Abe Scarr

1 month ago | environmentamerica.org | Johanna Neumann |Abe Scarr

Using energy wisely has many benefits. When we use less energy we cut pollution, reduce strain on our electric system and lower costs for consumers. But, consumers in the marketplace can’t look at a product and know how much energy it uses. Clear labeling of  can help. That’s why the administration of President George H.W. Bush created the ENERGY STAR label in 1992. ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

1 month ago | publicinterestnetwork.org | Johanna Neumann |Abe Scarr

When we use less energy we cut pollution, reduce strain on our electric system and lower costs for consumers. So, it’s no surprise most Americans want more efficient products. But, consumers in the marketplace can’t look at a product and know how much energy it uses. That’s where labeling can help. Recognizing that labeling energy-efficient products can help consumers make well-informed decisions when purchasing appliances, President George H.W. Bush created the ENERGY STAR label in 1992.