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

Federal Energy Management Program

FEMP Standby Power Data Center

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Definition:
Standby power is the power consumed by a product when in the lowest power consuming mode. This typically occurs when the product is switched off or not performing its primary purpose.

The Standby Power Data Center provides procurement information for federal buyers and serves as a vanguard reference site for energy efficiency and standby power data.  Here you can find information about standby power, federal purchasing requirements and measuring standby power. You can also search product lists or submit new products.