ENERGY STAR^® News

New ENERGY STAR Criteria for Dishwashers and Clothes Washers in 2007

Dishwashers and clothes washers will have to meet more stringent criteria to qualify for the ENERGY STAR symbol effective January 1, 2007. The ENERGY STAR criteria for dishwashers is several years old and needs to be updated to ensure that only the best energy performers are eligible to use the ENERGY STAR symbol. Criteria changes for clothes washers are the result of a new minimum energy efficiency standard that is being regulated in both Canada and the U.S. As a result of these criteria changes, many dishwashers and clothes washers that meet the current requirements will no longer qualify for ENERGY STAR.

Notice to appliance salespeople about new ENERGY STAR criteria for dishwashers and clothes washers   –   PDF

Notice to consumers and salespeople

Questions and answers about changes to the ENERGY STAR criteria for dishwashers and clothes washers

News Release for April 28, 2005

ENERGY STAR: New High-Efficiency Levels Introduced for Windows, Doors and Skylights

On April 28, at an event in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Honourable R. John Efford, Minister of Natural Resources Canada, announced new ENERGY STAR high-efficiency levels for windows, doors and skylights.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Backgrounder

News Release for January 12, 2005

Energy-Saving Housing Program Launched in Ontario

Details are available by e-mail.

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ENERGY STAR^® Participants’ Meeting, May 4 – 5, 2006

More than 160 ENERGY STAR Participants came together in Toronto on May 4th and 5th to share information and experiences, brainstorm new ideas and celebrate a successful year. More information.

Canada's ENERGY STAR® Market Transformation Awards 2006

During the evening of the 4th of May, the meeting was crowned by the Market Transformation Awards. Thirteen award winners were chosen for their significant contribution to promoting ENERGY STAR in Canada. News Release

2005 ENERGY STAR^® Participants' Meeting and the ENERGY STAR Market Transformation Awards

Energy efficiency program reaches next step in New Brunswick

Changes to Energy Efficiency Act outlaw low-efficiency appliances in the province of New Brunswick

Backgrounder – ENERGY STAR in Canada – Ottawa, May 2003

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EnerGuide and ENERGY STAR in General

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Major Appliances

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Office Equipment

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• Kitchen and bathroom lighting: Well-used and energy-smart (430 words)
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• The lighting revolution: A light bulb's journey into energy-smart fashion (502 words)
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Gas Fireplaces

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• All fireplaces are not created equal (274 words)
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Windows and Doors

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• ENERGY STAR windows guarantee energy efficiency (313 words)
• Window shopping? Look for the ENERGY STAR symbol (381 words)
• ENERGY STAR eliminates the guesswork (277 words)
• Look for ENERGY STAR features (292 words)
• Watch for the ENERGY STAR symbol on doors and skylights (260 words)