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KONE launches "10 for 2010" challenge to reduce energy 10 percent this year

June 4, 2010—KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, has challenged itself to reduce overall energy consumption by 10 percent this year through its "10 for 2010" program, established by the company's Environmental Excellence Strategy Team. Each KONE facility...

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