Energy Star

Not to be confused with Star Energy.
Energy Star
FoundedMarch 15, 1992; 32 years ago (1992-03-15)
FounderJohn S. Hoffman. U.S. EPA
Area served
United States
Canada
Japan
Switzerland
ParentUnited States Department of Energy
Websitewww.energystar.gov

Energy Star (trademarked ENERGY STAR) is an energy-efficiency program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).[2][3][4] The EPA establishes energy efficiency specifications, and those that meet these specifications are eligible to display the ENERGY STAR logo.[5]

More than 75 product categories are eligible for the ENERGY STAR label, including appliances, electronics, lighting, heating and cooling systems, and commercial equipment such as food service products.[6][7] In the United States, the ENERGY STAR label often appears with the EnergyGuide label of eligible appliances to highlight energy-efficient products and compare energy use and operating costs.[8]

Since its launch in 1992, ENERGY STAR has become a recognized international standard for energy efficiency and is considered one of the most successful voluntary initiatives introduced by the U.S. government.[9] The program has saved 5 trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity, more than US$500 billion in energy costs, and prevented 4 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.[9]

Elements of the ENERGY STAR program are implemented in Canada, Japan, and Switzerland.[10] In 2018, a 15-year long agreement with the European Union expired.[11] A previous agreement with the European Free Trade Association also ended.[10]

  1. ^ "Specific Guidelines: ENERGY STAR Recognition Marks". ENERGY STAR. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
  2. ^ "Energy Star Overview". www.energystar.gov. Archived from the original on 2021-01-02. Retrieved 2017-10-25.
  3. ^ "ENERGY STAR®". Energy.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28. ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Its goal is to help consumers, businesses, and industry save money and protect the environment through the adoption of energy-efficient products and practices. The ENERGY STAR label identifies top-performing, cost-effective products, homes, and buildings.
  4. ^ "About ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28. ENERGY STAR is administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Thousands of organizations—including nearly 40% of the Fortune 500®—partner with ENERGY STAR. Together with EPA, they deliver cost-saving energy efficiency solutions that protect the climate, improve air quality, and protect public health.
  5. ^ "How ENERGY STAR Works | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28. The ENERGY STAR program is administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program: EPA sets energy efficiency specifications and those that meet them can choose to display the ENERGY STAR logo. In turn, consumers and businesses who want to save energy and money can look for the ENERGY STAR label when making buying decisions.
  6. ^ "What Makes a Product ENERGY STAR Certified? | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. 2024-02-02. Retrieved 2024-10-28. Products must achieve high levels of energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in order to earn the ENERGY STAR label. Over 75 types of products can earn the label, in categories such as appliances, electronics, lighting, heating and cooling, and commercial products such as food service equipment. In order to receive certification, products must undergo a three-step process.
  7. ^ "Energy Efficient Products | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
  8. ^ "What's the Difference Between the Energy Guide and ENERGY STAR? | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. 2024-02-02. Retrieved 2024-10-28. Both the EnergyGuide and the ENERGY STAR labels are intended to help you make smart energy choices. Used in conjunction, these labels can help you choose which product is right for you. The ENERGY STAR label will help you easily identify which products are the most efficient options, and then the EnergyGuide can be used to directly compare your top choices and give you an estimate of the energy use and operating cost. Saving energy is good for your wallet and good for the climate.
  9. ^ a b "ENERGY STAR Impacts | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency launched the ENERGY STAR program in 1992. Since then, ENERGY STAR has grown to become the international standard for energy efficiency and one of the most successful voluntary U.S. government programs in history...
  10. ^ a b "ENERGY STAR International Partners | ENERGY STAR". www.energystar.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-28.
  11. ^ "EU Energy Star". Archived from the original on 2021-02-11. Retrieved 2021-02-10.