ENERGY STAR (United States)

  • Issuing Organization: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)​
  • Scope: Broad range of consumer and commercial products including appliances, electronics, buildings, and industrial plants​
  • Specificity: Provides energy performance ratings and certification for products that meet strict energy efficiency guidelines​
  • Application: Primarily used in North America, but recognized internationally​

Key Features:​

  • Identifies top 25% most energy-efficient products in specific categories​
  • Strict performance requirements verified by 3rd party to earn ENERGY STAR label ​
  • Provides easy-to-understand labels for consumers​
  • Covers over 75 product categories