Energy Star products have different specifications for each equipment specified by the EPA or DOE. When grant label standards and specifications for a product, Energy Star benefit to be obtained.
Washing machine.
If every household, in the U.S. using Energy Star products, it expected to save 790 gigawatt hours of electricity, 32 billion gallons of water, and 2 trillion BTUs of natural gas equivalent per year. With estimated of saving cost about $ 350 million per year. Energy Star washer must include specifications of using less water and require less energy. Energy Star large-sized washer uses 14 gallons of water every time cleaning; only half compared to washing machines in general that are using 27 gallons. Over the life of washing machines, roughly it will save as much as 43 thousand gallons of water. Requires less energy than regular washing machine with electricity use of 270 kilowatt hours (kwh) and spend as much as 60USD per year for operating costs.
Refrigerator, and Freezer.
Insulation and compressor technology has now progressed so rapidly. Thats make today’s refrigerators, and freezers, consume less power than the old model requires. Energy Star refrigerators and freezers at least 15% more efficient than the minimum standard of efficiency. Choosing Energy Star refrigerator and freezer will receive benefits of save on Electricity bills and preserving the environment. Energy Star freezer uses 10% less energy than general one. So it means a reduction of the electricity bill. Beside if using an old refrigerator and freezer, which purchased prior to 1993 will increase electricity bills by $35 per year. If purchased prior to 1980, it will add to the bill for $70 per year. Most electricity in the U.S. generated from coal and gas produces greenhouse gases that can cause global warming. By using Energy Star refrigerators and freezers that are more efficient, it will help reduce the negative impact on the environment.
Computers, and multimedia.
Example of Energy Star labeled specifications of television is that if turned off, it consumes less than 3 watts. Almost half when compared to standard television. Energy Star claims that if every home in the U.S. using computers and multi media labeled Energy Star, the potential savings that could be achieved are energy costs savings of more than $75 million per year. Prevent greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to the emissions of 90 thousand cars electrical energy saving of up to 700 million kWh.
Air Conditioning (AC).
Conditions of air conditioning products that can be labeled Energy Star are: Energy used 10% more efficient than the general model. That will save the costs of $60 during the use of such devices. Equipped with features for save on usage, such as timers, so it become easy for users to manage electricity consumption.
Light Bulb (Compact Fluorescent Lamp / CFL).
The light bulb has labeled Energy Star requirements are being able to save on the cost of electricity bills by up to $40; for the use of these lights Compared with incandescent bulbs, it uses 75 percent less energy and can last 10 times longer. Produce 75% less heat are also safe to use and does not make an additional charge for the room cooling.
