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Energy Star: Endorsing Power Saving Devices

Energy Star is an international standard for products which are energy efficient and it was first created in the United States under the Clinton administration in the year 1992. Although created in the United Sates, many other countries such as Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan and the European Union have also adopted the program. Devices that carry the Energy Star logo are more efficient compared to similar products or devices. The standard can be applied to devices such as computers, buildings, kitchen appliances and heating and cooling appliances.

Easy ways to save energy consumption

It may not seem like using a compact fluorescent light bulb or fixing a leaky faucet will do much to reduce your energy costs - or protect the environment. But if every household practiced just a few simple conservation ideas like the Easy ways to save below, we could reduce energy consumption by a significant amount. All it takes is a few minutes each month, and you'll notice a difference - and make a difference!