_JN LEARN MORE AT energystar.gov ENERGY STAR®, a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy program, helps us ail save money and protect our environment through energy efficient products and practices. For more information, visitwww.energystar.gov. Qualified Ceiling Fans AT A GLANCE What is ENERGY STAR? ¦ The U.S. government-backed symbol of energy efficiency ¦ A program dedicated to identifying products that save energy without sacrificing quality or performance. Why Buy ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fans? Save energy ¦ Qualified ceiling fans move air 20% more efficiently than standard models due to efficient motors and improved blade design. ¦ Qualified ceiling fans with light kits are about 50% more efficient than conventional fan/light units and the light kits produce about 75% less heat. Save money ¦ Qualified ceiling fans with light kits can save more than $15 per year in utility costs; the savings for the fan alone are $10 per year. ¦ CFLs featured in qualified light kits only need to be replaced once every 7 years on average—convenient for hard-to-reach ceiling fans. Save the environment ¦ By using less energy, qualified ceiling fans reduce greenhouse gas emissions caused by burning fossil fuels at power plants. Share These Tips With Your Customers To maximize energy savings: ¦ For year-round savings, adjust your thermostat during fan use to save on air conditioning costs: - In the summer, use the ceiling fan in the counter-clockwise direction. The airflow produced creates a wind-chill effect, making you feel cooler. - In the winter, reverse the fan motor and operate at low speed to produce a gentle updraft, which redistributes warm air near the ceiling down into your living space. ¦ Hang the fan 8-9 feet above the floor for optimal airflow (minimum height requirement is 7 feet). ¦ Remember that ceiling fans cool people, not rooms—be sure to turn them off when leaving the room. To LEARN MORE about ENERGY STAR and Qualified Products: Visit www.energystar.gov/training or call 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937) ------- |