| A New Star Has Arrived |
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| Environment - Environment |
| Written by Beverly Clarke |
| Friday, 15 May 2009 12:05 |
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No one could have imagined back in 1992 when a joint venture between the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protective Agency, known as Energy Star, was undertaken, that this entity would become 21st Century's leading player in the world of energy efficiency. With over one billion products sold to date, Energy Star has become synonymous with energy saving to such a great extent that 70% of the population recognizes its logo.
No one could have imagined back in 1992 when a joint venture between the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protective Agency, known as Energy Star, was undertaken, that this entity would become 21st Century's leading player in the world of energy efficiency. With over one billion products sold to date, Energy Star has become synonymous with energy saving to such a great extent that 70% of the population recognizes its logo. Before the Kyoto Agreement came to be, a majority of the Earth's population was in peaceful slumber with reference to the issue of global warming and most people had no idea what global warming was. Today we can say, that in regard to world action, we are like a fifty thousand ton mega-ship that only now is, ever so slowly, turning its rudder in a positive direction, but like a large ship in our consumption habits, it takes a long time to make the change. With environmental activists rallying to raise the profile of the reality of global warming we've begun to take account of the situation and make changes in our everyday lives that may really help. This is key to turning the situation positively around. Long before the public was even aware of environmentally conscious living, Energy Star was out front leading in taking steps to save the environment and cutting the costs of producing energy through the use of energy efficient products and practices. With its humble beginnings, Energy Star has gone from strength to strength and has become a front runner in energy efficiency. It began with the Energy Star label on a handful of appliances starting with computers and monitors until in 1995 that range grew to include office equipment and heating and cooling systems for residential properties. Energy Star is so prolific that it now encompasses over sixty different products from fridges to microwaves ovens, TVs, sound systems, washers and dryers, dishwashers, home electronics and lighting, with the more recent growth of the EPA to now include energy efficient solutions for both private homes and commercial buildings. Each passing year has seen Energy Stars global reach extend even further with its joint venture alliances with over 15,000 private and public organizations while providing options to consumers to make better informed decisions when choosing energy efficient solutions. Customers can rest assured in the knowledge that their product will in the long term save money by using less energy and emitting fewer greenhouse gases than some of their less efficient market equivalents. The year 2008 alone, saw Energy Star save just about twenty billion dollars through reduced energy use from their stockpile of authorized products carrying the Energy Star trademark. In April of 2009, the EPA launched their campaign Change The World " Start With Energy Star encouraging consumers to join the fight against climate change through small changes in their daily energy using habits and by replacing older, energy wasting appliances with Energy Star recommended products. Energy Star predicts that by the year 2012, there will be a reduction of approximately 50 MMTEC in greenhouse gases. This total saving equals the output from more than 30,000,000 autos, while at the same time saving over 15 billion dollars annually in energy costs alone. We will see a life-changing global impact on energy savings just one energy compliant appliance at a time. About the Author: Beverly Clarke manages a network of green living websites promoting ecoconscious choices such as alternative energy, smart cars and organic gardening. Get your copy of 125 Ways To Save Green While Going Green, an Ebook filled with helpful tips for living a green lifestyle. |