ENERGY STAR®: Office Equipment
For proof of External Power Supply efficiency, does the power supply need to be tested at the test lab, or can tests provided for Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) show accurate evidence of efficiency?
External power supplies are being discontinued as an ENERGY STAR product category because regulators have begun implementing for all power supplies what used to be the “premium efficiency levels” promoted by ENERGY STAR. As there is no longer a premium level left to test to, EPA will sunset this product by the end of 2010. As far as NRCan is concerned, external power supplies must still be tested and reports must be confirmed and approved by a NRCan or SCC-Accredited Certification Body. Intertek provides an efficient path to NRCan acceptance for external power supplies by combining multiple energy reporting services in conjunction with ENERGY STAR.
If the status of a product is ‘pending’ when will the new requirements go into effect?
EPA has been delayed on the development cycle due to the program changes that took effect on December 31st, 2010.
What are the benefits of an ENERGY STAR qualified display product?
ENERGY STAR qualified Displays follow strict requirements for specific, minimal energy use during on. sleep and off modes. These limitations, which under the Version 5.0 specifications for ENERGY STAR display products cover computer monitors, digital picture frames, and professional signage, significantly reduce the amount of energy wasted. Additional information about qualifying factors can be found here (Source: energystar.gov).
What are the specifications for ENERGY STAR qualified water coolers?
Energy efficiency requirements include: Cold Only and Cook & Cold Bottled Units <0.16 kW- hours/ day; Hot & Cold Bottled Units <1.20 kW- hours/day. EPA qualified water coolers result in 45 percent savings over typical products. Additional information about qualifying factors can be found here (Source: energystar.gov).
