ENERGY STAR^®

As a consumer, you can save money and help protect the environment by simply looking for a label...the ENERGY STAR logo.

You may be familiar with the logo, but not know exactly what differentiates an ENERGY STAR qualified product from similar makes and models. Here you can find information about the program as well as the benefits for purchasing ENERGY STAR qualified products. What's more, we'll show you a list of qualified products that you can purchase on-line.

About the ENERGY STAR program

ENERGY STAR is the brand name developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to signify energy-efficient products. This voluntary program is a partnership between the EPA, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), product manufacturers, local utilities, and retailers. The agencies set energy efficiency criteria for specific consumer and commercial products. Products meeting or exceeding the energy efficiency criteria established by the agencies are awarded the ENERGY STAR label. In addition to the products, ENERGY STAR also sets standards for homes and business.

Advantages of purchasing ENERGY STAR qualified products

ENERGY STAR qualified products use less energy than other products, saving you money on your utility bills, and helping you protect the environment. The ENERGY STAR label can be found on products such as:

	Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
	Household Appliances - Refrigerators, Clothes Washers, Room Air conditioners, Dishwashers
	Home Electronics - Televisions, VCRs, Personal Computers
	Office Equipment - Computers, Printers, Fax Machines, Scanners, Copiers
	Heating and Cooling Equipment - Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Central Air Conditioners, Boilers, Programmable Thermostats, Insulation
	Residential Light Fixtures - Floor and Table Lamps, Outdoor, Recessed, and Track Lighting
	Windows

According to the EPA, by choosing products labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo, the average household can save up to $400 on annual utility bills.

Reducing Energy Use

Most of the energy we use to operate appliances and equipment found in our homes and offices is produced by burning fossil fuels. These fossil fuels cause air pollution, smog, and global warming. Reducing your energy usage through the use of energy efficient products is the most efficient way to reduce pollutants like carbon dioxide and methane. Ultimately, the more energy you save at home, the more pollution you can prevent.

So the next time you're in the market for a new refrigerator, computer, or even light fixture, check the label - if you see the ENERGY STAR logo you have the confidence of knowing that the product your about to purchase has been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency.

For more information about these and other ENERGY STAR programs contact the US Environmental Protection Agency Hotline at 1-888-STAR-YES

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