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Article: Energy Star growing, evolving: the number of products available, and their efficiency, are increasing.(Q & A: ENERGY STAR)
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- Residential Design & Build
- Article date:
- October 1, 2005
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Q What is Energy Star, how long has it been around, and what types of products can become Energy Star qualified?
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Energy Star is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Introduced in 1992, Energy Star is a joint effort of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). Today, Energy Star encompasses more than 45 product categories commonly used by builders, designers and architects, including residential light fixtures and ceiling fans, heating and cooling equipment, home sealing products, appliances and more.
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