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HIGH QUALITY ARTWORK - Energy Label Images available for downloading.The Energy Rating label enables consumers to compare the energy efficiency of domestic appliances on a fair and equitable basis. It also provides incentive for manufacturers to improve the energy performance of appliances.
The Energy Rating Label was first introduced in 1986 in NSW and Victoria. It is now mandatory in all states and territories for refrigerators, freezer, clothes washers, clothes dryers, dishwashers and air-conditioners (single phase only) to carry the label when they are offered for sale. Three phase airconditioners may carry an energy label if the suppliers chooses to apply for one.
The Energy Rating Label has two main features:
The Star Rating of an appliance is determined from the energy consumption and size of the product. These values are measured under Australian Standards which define test procedures for measuring energy consumption and minimum energy performance criteria. Appliances must meet these criteria before they can be granted an Energy Rating Label.
Following several years of negotiation between government and industry the familiar red and yellow Energy Rating Label was revised in 2000. Energy efficiency is now measured against a tougher standard. This change encourages improved technology and more efficient products, which will save consumers money and help reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions. The old energy label was in use in Australia from 1986 until 2000.
The label is again being reviewed during 2003 to coordinate and plan future changes across all product groups. The elements under consideration are the green band at the base of the label (should this be retained?) and making the appliance capacity more prominent on the energy label. The first product to incorporate this latter change is airconditioners in October 2003. You can view a copy of the new airconditioner label on this web site.
Is energy efficiency important to consumers?
Programs for other appliances
Background to the energy labelling program - who runs the program?
History of the energy labelling program
Energy labelling - facts and fiction
How are star ratings calculated?
Tips for purchasing energy efficient appliances
Energy costs - the second price tag
Tips on how to save energy when using an appliance
Why is energy efficiency important?
How are appliances tested for energy consumption?
Refrigerators and freezers
Clothes washers
Clothes dryers
Dishwashers
Airconditioners
What do the labels look like for each of the labelled products?
Refrigerators and freezers
Airconditioners
Clothes Washers
Clothes Dryers
Dishwashers
Gas
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