U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

Building Technologies Office – Appliance & Equipment Standards

Useful Links

This page provides links to Web sites that present additional information about energy efficient appliances, appliance labeling, applicable Federal laws and regulations, and appliance manufacturers and standards organizations.

Information for Consumers

• ACEEE Guide to Home Energy Savings
• Consumer Reports
• California Energy Commission
• Energy Savers
• ENERGY STAR® Products
• Home Energy Magazine
• RepairClinic.com (Home Appliance Repair Information)

Labeling

• Federal Trade Commission ENERGYGUIDE Label

Laws and Regulations

• United States Code, Title 42, Chapter 77, Subchapter III, Part A—Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other Than Automobiles
• United States Code, Title 42, Chapter 77, Subchapter III, Part A-1—Certain Industrial Equipment
• Code of Federal Regulations, Title 10, Chapter II, Part 430—Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products
• Code of Federal Regulations, Title 10, Chapter II, Part 431—Energy Efficiency Program for Certain Commercial and Industrial Equipment

Manufacturers and Standards Organizations

• American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
• Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM)
• Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI)
• Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association (GAMA)
• International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
• National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)