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Since 2021, the current energy label with energy classes from A+++ to D are gradually being replaced with a new, simpler scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). This article, published in 2021, further explains the new generation of EU energy labels.
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The EU energy label gives information about the energy efficiency of a product.
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The label rates products from dark green (most efficient) to red (least efficient). The label also shows total energy consumption and provides other information relevant to that product, such as water consumption and noise levels for washing machines, and screen size.
This leaflet explains the new EU energy label.
Published 13 April 2011
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Mar 10, 2021 · From 1 March 2021 a new energy label is in town, which scraps the confusing A+, A++ and A+++ ratings and resets the scale back to A to G. This is designed to reinvigorate the sustainability race for manufacturers by completely emptying the top A-rating to leave room for improvement.
Which labels have changed in 2021? The UK adopted the regulation before the country’s departure from the EU, and therefore the energy label was introduced from 1 March 2021, same as in the participating EU member states, and 1 October 2021 for lighting products, .
Aug 13, 2020 · The EU energy label is – together with minimum “ecodesign” requirements - a success story that has been key in boosting the energy efficiency of everyday electric appliances like lighting, heating, fridges, freezers and televisions, but also products like fuel boilers, tyres and air conditioners.
Since 1994, energy efficiency labels have been one of the UK and Europe’s most successful and visible consumer indicators – assisting them to choose energy-efficient and cost-saving products.
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The new energy label is now more accurate and more clearly shows how a product will perform at home - not just in test laboratory conditions. This means that diferent products that were previously rated A+++ may now have diferent energy ratings to each other.
