ENERGY STAR^® certified products

Air conditioners

Your home’s air-conditioning system may account for close to 20% of your summer electricity bill. ENERGY STAR certified central air conditioners are 15% more efficient than conventional models.

Find out how the amount of electricity you use can vary depending on your home’s features

Windows and patio doors

ENERGY STAR certified windows and patio doors are in the top of their class for energy performance. They’re up to 40% more efficient than standard double-pane windows.

You can save up to 10% on heating by replacing all your windows and patio doors with ENERGY STAR certified models.

Find out how to choose an ENERGY STAR certified window

Fans

ENERGY STAR certified ventilating fans or exhaust fans, such as a bathroom fan or range hood, use 50% less energy, on average, than conventional models.

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Ceiling fans

ENERGY STAR certified ceiling fans use 60% less energy than conventional models.

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Water heaters

There are no ENERGY STAR^® ratings for electric tank-type heaters. However, WaterSense® labeling identifies the most energy-efficient products used with hot water (taps, showerheads, etc.) in their category..

Find out more about WaterSense labeled products

Refrigerators

ENERGY STAR certified refrigerators use 10% less energy, on average, than standard models.

There are no ENERGY STAR certified wine cellars.

Calculate electricity used by a refrigerator

Freezers

ENERGY STAR certified freezers use 10% less energy, on average, than conventional models.

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Washing machines

An ENERGY STAR^®-certified washer uses 25% less energy on average than a classic model and 45% less water.

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Dryers

ENERGY STAR certified dryers use 20% less energy, on average, than standard models, while delivering the same performance or offering the same features.

See good habits and tips on buying a dryer

Dishwashers

ENERGY STAR certified dishwashers use 12% less energy, on average, than standard models.

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Cooking appliances

Since the range of energy consumption between different models is small, there is no ENERGY STAR specification for cooking appliances.

See our tips on cooking appliances

Dehumidifiers

An ENERGY STAR^®-certified dehumidifier uses 30% less energy on average than a classic model.

See our tips on dehumidifiers

Air purifiers

ENERGY STAR certified air purifiers use 40% less energy than standard models. Air purifiers with a clock or remote control must consume fewer than 2 W in standby mode.

Understanding watts and kilowatthours

Water coolers

ENERGY STAR certified water coolers use 30% less energy, on average, than standard models.

Find out more about water coolers

Televisions

ENERGY STAR certified televisions (LCD, LED or OLED) use 27% less energy, on average, than standard models and draw only 1 W in sleep mode.

Choose an energy-efficient TV

Audio/video products

• ENERGY STAR certified audio/video products can use up to nearly 70% less energy, on average, than standard models. And ENERGY STAR certified Blu-Ray players are, on average, 45% more efficient than standard models.
• They save energy in all modes, including sleep, idle and on.
• The default auto power down setting is two hours or less.

Find out more about sleep mode

Computers

Thanks to their power management features, ENERGY STAR^®-certified computers use 30% to 65% less energy on average than standard models.

Calculate electricity used by a computer and monitor

Computer monitors

ENERGY STAR certified computer monitors use 25% less energy, on average, than standard models.

Automatic brightness control features are set to a power-saving mode for shipment, which allows monitors to conserve power automatically when they are turned on.

Printer

ENERGY STAR certified imaging equipment uses 30% less energy, on average, than standard models.

Find out more about smart power bars

Set-top boxes

ENERGY STAR certified set-top boxes use up to 25% less energy, on average, than standard models.

Find out more about standby load

LED bulbs

• LED bulbs use 90% less energy, on average, than regular incandescent bulbs.
• They come with a minimum three-year warranty.
• ENERGY STAR certified LED bulbs last 15 times longer than standard incandescent bulbs.

Find out more about LED bulbs

LED holiday lights

• LED holiday lights use 90% less energy, on average, than standard bulbs.
• They last at least seven times longer than conventional mini lights.
• They come with a minimum three-year warranty against defects.

Find out more about LED holiday lights

Pool pumps

ENERGY STAR certified pool pumps use 70% less energy, on average, than standard models. Because they operate at several speeds, efficient pumps can be adjusted to match pool use, instead of always running at full speed.

Discover tips on pools and spas