Panasonic Leads Shift Toward Energy-Saving Bulbs After Quake
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Panasonic Corp. and Sharp Corp., makers of Japan’s most popular appliances and televisions, are accelerating their shift toward energy-saving devices after this year’s earthquake led to nationwide power shortages.
Panasonic showcased its latest solar panels and power backup systems at CEATEC, Japan’s biggest annual electronics show, which kicked off near Tokyo yesterday. Sharp displayed how an electric car could serve as an emergency power source in case of blackouts. Hitachi Ltd. also exhibited energy-efficient products such as light-emitting diode bulbs.