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Did You Know?

If all televisions sold in the United States met the new ENERGY STAR requirements, Americans would save $2.5 billion annually in energy costs while reducing annual greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to the emissions from about 3 million cars.

About ENERGY STAR Televisions

Televisions TVs that carry the ENERGY STAR label are about 40% more efficient than conventional models. You can find the ENERGY STAR on everything from standard TVs, to HD-ready TVs, to the largest flat-screen plasma TVs.

Current Specification Effective Date:
  • Version 4.1 - May 1, 2010
  • Version 5.1 - May 1, 2012

Televisions originally qualified for the ENERGY STAR label in 1998. ENERGY STAR qualified televisions must consume 1 watt or less in standby mode. On mode power requirements vary according to screen area and whether the unit is non-high, high, or full-high definition. External power supplies (EPS) packaged with TV products must meet all ENERGY STAR requirements for EPS devices.

Televisions Key Product Criteria: ENERGY STAR

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What else should I look for when buying a television?

In addition to energy performance, there are many other important operating and convenience features to consider when shopping for televisions

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