Smarter eco-design for energy using products could save ?900m for the economy as well as protect the environment, according to evidence given to a consultation launched by Defra. The consultation seeks views on how to implement minimum energy standards and energy labelling of high street products.The European Union's Framework Directive for the Eco-design of Energy Using Products (EuP) has already begun to introduce minimum energy standards and labels for televisions, washing machines and fridges, and more products are to follow. The EU estimates that implementing these standards effectively will reduce EU energy use by 10 percent . Non-compliance with these standards costs ?30m a year, says the EU. The consultation is designed to ensure that manufacturers can compete in a fair environment while consumers are guaranteed that the products they purchase meet the mandatory minimum energy performance standards and their declared energy label.
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