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change the world.
Money Isn't All You 're Saving
FAMILIES.
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE US DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY. ASK FOR THE ENERGY STAR IF BUYING A NEWLY
CONSTRUCTED HOME. AND FIND OUT IF THE BUILDING YOU WORK IN OR THE LOCAL SCHOOL HAS EARNED THE ENERGY STAR. EACH OF
US HAS A RESPONSIBILITY TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT. CHANGING TO ENERGY STAR IS ONE EASY WAY WE CAN ALL DO OUR PART.
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consumer electronics
ENERGY STAR labeled consumer electronics save energy and money products in the "o«" position consume up to 50 percent less energy
white providing high-quality performance, features, and reliability. The
ENERGY STAR program has become so popular among consumers that
every major consumer electronics manufacturer is now partnering with
ENERGY STAR to offer energy-efficient models. That makes a total of about
7.900 qualifying products, including TVs. VCRs. TV/VCR combination
units. DVD products, home audio equipment, and set-top boxes.
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The energy used to power small household appliances and
consumer electronics is one of the largest and fastest-growing utility
costs in the country. By 2015. this category may be responsible (or
than conventional equipment.
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Since conventional products require more energy—an estimated
3.3 billion kWh of energy per year—they create more air pollution. If
consumers bought only ENERGY STAR labeled consumer electronics
products through 2005. our nation would save $1.3 billion each year in
energy bills while cleaning the air.
FIND OUT MORE
Visit www.energystar.gov for a list of manufacturers and model
almost 40 percent of all household electricity use. ENERGY STAR numbers' as we" as the location of stores in *our area' You can even
labeled consumer electronics cost about the same as less
efficient models, but they substantially cut energy use and costs. In
order to power features such as clock displays or remote control
functions, many consumer electronics products continue to use
energy even when switched off. But ENERGY STAR qualified
find out how much you can save by using the simple savings calculator.
Just select "find products," click on "consumer electronics," and
choose the product you are interested in.
IF HALF OF ALL HOUSEHOLDS IN THE US REPLACED THEIR REGULAR TV WITH AN ENERGY STAR
LABELED MODEL, THE CHANGE WOULD BE LIKE SHUTTING DOWN A POWER PLANT.
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appliances
Appliances that have earned the ENERGY STAR label meet strict
energy-efficiency criteria without sacrificing performance. They're
made to fit the style of your home with state-of-the-art designs and
premium features. Currently, more than 45 manufacturers offer
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Fossil fuels like coal, petroleum, and natural gas produce most of the
energy needed to run appliances. When these fuels are burned, they
release pollutants that contribute to smog, acid rain, and global climate
energy-efficient appliances-such as refrigerators, dishwashers. cngnge ENERQY STAR |abe|ed ap^iances use less energy ^ ^
clothes washers, room air conditioners, and dehumidifiers—that
save energy, money, and help protect the environment.
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make a real difference to the environment. So in addition to cleaning
our clothes and dishes, ENERGY STAR labeled appliances also
help prevent pollution.
ENERGY STAR labeled appliances save energy and help consumers FIND OUT MORE
save money on utility bills. For example, ENERGY STAR tebeted clothes ^ www.energystar.gov/consumer to find ENERGY STAR labeled
washers use about 50 percent tess water and 70 percent less energy app|iances at a retailer near you. Our Web site is a good source for
than conventional models, for annual household savings of up to S100. information on major manufacturers and model numbers. You can
ENERGY STAR labeled refrigerators, too. require about half as much -u.n nnri nil, h_w _M_h , _ th_
energy as a 10-year-old model does. If all consumers were to purchase calculator. Just select "find products," click on "appliances." and
ENERGY STAR qualified applences instead of standard models, they choose tne |tem you are interested jn.
would save almost S5 billion in energy costs over the next 15 years.
WHEN JUST ONE IN TEN HOMES USES ENERGY STAR LABELED APPLIANCES, THE CHANGE TO
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lighting
=tGY STAR labeled light Mures and bulbs combine high
rmance and attractive design with the highest levels of
energy efficient
give off the same amount of light as
-descent or halogen lighting and provide a true and natural
-. They're also safer and more reliable since they produce up
percent less heat.
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PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Using energy-efficient lighting reduces the amount of fossil
fuels burned to produce energy. This helps prevent air pollution. If
every household in the United States replaced its next bulb or light
fixture with an ENERGY STAR labeled model, we would save more
Saving energy with ENERGY STAR labeled lighting means saving than 8 billion kwh of ener9y and the equivalent in air pollution
money on utility bills/A typical household spends about $90 per of removin9 1-2 million cars from the road for one year.
year, or 10-15 percent of its annual electric bill, on lighting—mostly
due to inefficient fixtures and bulbs. On average. ENERGY STAR
labeled light fixtures cost less than half as much as traditional
models do to operate. And energy-efficient bulbs, known as
fluorescents. use up to 75 percent less energy and last
. longer.
FIND OUT MORE
To locate a store near you that carries ENERGY STAR labeled
lighting, use our store locator at www.energystar.gov/consumer.
Also, find out how much you'll save by using the simple savings
calculator. Just select "find products." click on lighting." and choose
the light fixture or bulb you want to find out more about.
JUST ONE ROOM IN EVERY HOUSEHOLD IS BRIGHTENED BY ENERGY STAR LABELED
LIGHTING, THE CHANGE WILL REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS BY 1 TRILLION POUNDS.
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home office
Currently, every major office equipment manufacturer is partnering
with ENERGY STAR to offer models that save energy. Qualifying
products include computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers,
scanners, and multifunction devices.
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In just one year, ENERGY STAR labeled home office equipment
significantly reduced the demand for energy—enough to prevent
ENERGY STAR labeled office equipment helps eliminate wasted tne release of 9 billion P°unds of greenhouse gases into the atmos-
energy through special power management features. When equipment Phere- And jt consumers of office equipment bought only ENERGY
>r "eiBfln- T STAR labeled models through 2010, the annual pollution prevention
is not in use, it automatically enters a low-power "sleep" mode.
An ENERGY STAR labeled computer in "sleep" mode consumes
about 80 percent less electricity than it does in full-power mode.
Overall, ENERGY STAR labeled office products use about half
as much electricity as standard equipment. And using less energy
keeps utility costs down. In 2000, Americans saved more than S425
million in energy costs by using ENERGY STAR labeled office
equipment in homes across the country.
would equal removing the emissions from more than 2.5 million cars.
FIND OUT MORE
Interested in purchasing energy-efficient home office equipment?
Visit www.energystar.gov for a list of manufacturers and qualifying
models. You can also find a retailer in your area using our store
locator, or add up your savings with the simple savings calculator.
Just select "find products" and click on "office equipment."
WHEN EVERY HOME OFFICE IS POWERED BY EQUIPMENT THAT HAS EARNED THE ENERGY STAR,
THE CHANGE WILL KEEP 219 BILLION POUNDS OF GREENHOUSE GASES OUT OF OUR AIR.
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PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
ENERGY STAR labeled homes help protect the environment
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nt. So you can expect to save about $200 - $400 on utility in our homes, the less air pollution we generate.
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FIND OUT MORE
To locate an ENERGY STAR lulH.-,l II.MH-- m builder near you,
visit www.energystar.gov and click on "find labeled homes.
WHEN ONE NEW HOME IN TEN HAS EARNED THE ENERGY STAR. THE CHANGE WILL BE
EQUAL TO REMOVING THE POLLUTION OF 600,000 CARS FOR ONE YEAR.
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heating and cooling
Heating and cooling costs are a large part of home energy
bits, and ENERGY STAR can provide solutions to reduce them.
ENERGY STAR labeled heating and cooling equipment such as air
conditioners, heat pumps, and furnaces are from TO - 30percent more
efficient than conventional models. Look for the label when replacing
with Ihe ENERGY STAR labeled equivalent. When property installed,
ENERGY STAR labeled equipment, coupled with a tight duct system
and a well-sealed and insulated home, provides even greater savings.
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equipment. In addition, ENERGY STAR recommends steps for Every time you turn on a light or furnace, you are likely using energy
enhancing energy savings. This includes "right-sizing" and proper 'hat is produced by burning fossil fuels. When these fuels are burned,
installation of equipment, as well as sealing the ducts that distribute they release air pollution that causes smog and acid rain and
the heated or cooled air throughout the house. Since a drafty and contributes to global climate change. ENERGY STAR labeled heating
poorly insulated home can still rob you of well-earned savings,
ENERGY STAR also recommends air sealing and insulation levels for
your home. Following these recommendations will result in increased
comfort and savings for you and your family.
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and cooling equipment allows us to use less energy in our homes,
thereby generating less air pollution.
FIND OUT MORE
To find ENERGY STAR labeled heating and cooling equipment at an
HVAC dealer near you, go to www.energystar.gov./consumer. Find
The average home spends S1,300 on utility bills every year—with more out how much you can save by using the simple savings calculator.
than half going to heating and cooling. Those heating and cooling Select "find products," click on "heating and cooling," and find the
bills could be cut by as much as 40 percent by replacing old equipment product you are interested in.
IF JUST ONE HOUSEHOLD IN TEN BOUGHT ENERGY STAR HEATING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT.
THE CHANGE WOULD KEEP OVER 17 BILLION POUNDS OF POLLUTION OUT OF OUR AIR.
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make
difference by making
change.
PUT YOUR HOME TO THE TEST:
FIND OUT IF YOU HAVE ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT.
Visit www.energystar.gov and click on "Put your home to the test" to access ENERGY STAR'S Home
Improvement Toolbox, which helps homeowners identify cost-effective, energy-saving improvements.
The Home Energy Yardstick helps you find out how efficient your home is. By answering questions
about your energy use. the number of people living in your home, the home's square footage, and
CHOOSING ENERGY STAR
LABELED PRODUCTS HELPS
FULFILL OUR RESPONSIBILITY
TO LEAVE THIS PLANET
BETTER OFF THAN THE WAY
WE FOUND IT —TO LEAVE
OUR AIR CLEANER AND OUR
ENVIRONMENT HEALTHIER.
VISIT WWW.ENERGYSTAR.GOV
the ZIP code, you can compare your home's energy use to similar homes throughout the country.
The Home Energy Advisor helps you improve your home's efficiency for greater comfort
OR CALL 1-888-STAR-YES
(1-888-782-7937) FOR MORE
INFORMATION.
and energy savings. By answering simple questions on your home's energy-consuming
equipment, you can learn about the top five cost-effective improvements that will enhance
the overall energy efficiency of your home.
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