Policies and Engagement
Implement an ENERGY STAR Policy
What Is It?
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy-efficient products to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Computers and monitors were the first labeled products. EPA has since expanded the label to additional office equipment and residential heating and cooling equipment. The EPA has also extended the label to cover new homes and commercial and industrial buildings.
ENERGY STAR labels products in the following office product categories: Computers, monitors, displays, copiers, fax machines, mailing machines, printers, scanners, all-in-ones, and water coolers.
Benefits
According to ENERGY STAR, the following benefits may be achieved through the purchase and installation of ENERGY STAR-qualified products:
- Reduced energy use of 10-75%, without compromising quality or performance
- Fewer emissions of greenhouse gases, resulting from reduced use of fossil fuels
- Significant return on investment
- Extended product life (for specific products) and decreased maintenance
Financing Options, Incentives, and Rebates
- Mass Save: Lighting and Appliances
NEWS
- "Boston Back in Top 10 of U.S. Cities with the Most Energy Star Buildings," EPA News Release, March 25, 2015
- “Energy Star Buildings Cut Emissions and Energy Costs” U.S. News & World Report, June 29, 2011
