Energy Star® for Light Commercial HVAC
Fact Sheet for Contractors
What is Energy
Star?
What are the
benefits to my
business?
How does it help
save money
and the
environment?
BMBSfcY STAR is a voluntary program that promotes comprehensive energy
management by identifying and labeling enhanced perfomiance products that save
money and help protect the environment by saving energy.
The EnKRGYSTAR label is placed on products that meet or exceed energy-
efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and
the US Department of Energy (DOE), ENERGYSTAR labeled light commercial
HVAC products are designed with enhanced performance to help save money on
utility costs and provide more efficient heating and cooling comfort.
Contractors who understand die energy and money saving benefits of BfflSRGY
STAR labeled 11 VAC products, use the label to help them sell higher-priced and
higher-value systems often increasing their profitability while doing so.
Value to your clients. The ENERGY STAR label signifies energy-efficient solutions
that will save your customers money while protecting the environment for future
generations. ENERGY STAR labeled light commercial HVAC products use about 15
to 20% less energy per year than conventional models. This will save your
customers money 011 their energy bill while providing them efficient comfort.
ENERGY STAR light commercial HVAC products are typically well suited for small
office buildings, retail sites, medical care facilities, hotels, military barracks, and
schools and universities.
Competitive in the marketplace. The demand for energy-efficient products and
services is increasing rapidly as consumers and local governments grow more
concerned about energy management and the environment. Building codes across:
states reflect this trend towards energy efficiency. Stay ahead of your competition
by offering customers ENERGY STAR labeled HVAC products.
Promote for profit. ENERGY STAR labeled light commercial HVAC products are
often higher-valued and higher-priced systems. SellingENERGY STAR can generate
more revenue and profit for your company and increase customer satisfaction,
which could result in increased word-of-mouth advertising for you.
Third-party credibility. According to a household survey done by the
Consortium for Energy Efficiency, the ENERGY STAR label is recognized by over
40 percent of American consumers. Build upon die Energy STAR brand by taking
advantage of the- ENERGY STAR marketing tools such as ENERGY Star's logos,
fact sheets, and the Web site at www.energystar.gov.
Saves Money and Energy. According to the US JfPA, about |40 billion is spent
annually in the US to air condition buildings—one-sixth of all electricity generated
in a year! Energy is typically the largest operating expense for commercial buildings.
ENERGY STAR qualified light commercial HVAC products use 15 to 20% less
energy per year than conventional models.
Decreased Pollution. Reduced energy demand means less burning of fossil fuels,
which results in less pollution from power plants. Less pollution means cleaner air
and reduced greenhouse gas emissions—pollutants that are linked to global climate
change.
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What are the
specifications
for Energy Star
light commercial
HVAC?
What light
commercial
HVAC products
are eligible?
How can I
participate in
Energy Star?
Central AC — Split or single packaged units (65,000 to 250,000 Btu/h)
<65,000 Btu/h must be >12 SEER (3 phase)
>65,000 to <135,000 Btu/h must be >1 1.0 t:I R and 11.4 I PI A
>135,000 to <250, 000 Btu/h must be >10.8 EER and 11.2 IPLV
Gas Packs — Must meet the appropriate cooling specifications for central AC
based on its size category.
Heat Pumps — Split or single packaged units (65^000 to 250,000 Btu/h)
<65,000 Btu/h must be >12 SEER and 7.6 USEE? (3 phase)
>65,000 to <: 135,000 Btu/h must be >10.1EER (10.4 IPLV) and 3.2 COP
>135,000 to <250, 000 Btu/h must be >9.3 EER,(9.5 IPLV) and 3.1 COP
For detailed information about the specifications, please call or e-mail one of the
contacts below.
Any product that meets the above specifications can be eligible for the ENERGY
STAR label. Contact your preferred manufacturer to find out if they have any
labeled light commercial HVAC products. Or, visit www.energvstar.gov for a list
of labeled HVAC products.
"Educate your customers about die benefits of ENERGY Star labeled.HVAC
products, including the potential savings on their utility bill.
Offer your clients ESSRGY STAR labeled HVAC products and energy-efficient
improvements in their overall system including the duct system.
Provide your customers with information on potential savings available from
incentive programs for installation of high efficiency equipment.
Use the marketing tools provided by ENERGY STAR, such as BSlERGY Star's
Web site, fact sheets, and logos. By meeting the ENERGY STAR Logo Die
Guidelines, you may use the logos below to promote ENERGY STAR.
Ask About
Energy Star
Wo Sell
Energy Star

For more
information
Steve Ryan, EPA
Rachel Schmelt/. EPA
Ron Abremski
Gwen Duff
www.energvstar.gov
ENERGY STAR Web Site Address
m
These logos can be downloaded from www.eneigystar.gov/linkage.
Submit case studies and articles about your projects to highlight the benefits of
energy efficient light commercial HVAC equipment. Your submission may be
added to the ENERGY STAR Web site!
(202) 564-1254
(202) 564-9124
(202) 862-1127
(202) 862-1230
Ryan.Steven@epa.gov
Schmeltz.Rachel@epa.gov
rabremski@icfconsulting.com
gduff@icfconsulting.com
1-888-STAR-YES (1-8
Toll-free Hotline
3-782-7937)

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