ENERGY STAR^® – Home Appliances
ENERGY STAR^® – Home Appliances

Model Numbers

You'll notice the asterisk (*) and number sign (/) often accompany model numbers throughout this directory. These symbols indicate series of brand models that have the same energy performance features. For example, if models 1234AG, 1234BG and 1234CG have the same features and EnerGuide ratings, these models may be listed as 1234**. The asterisk and number sign indicate features or codes that do not affect energy consumption (for example, the colour of the appliance).

Clothes Washers

List of models: Clothes Washers

Standard-size clothes washers in 2007 must be at least 36 percent more efficient than the minimum federal energy performance standard in Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations to qualify for the ENERGY STAR mark. Standard-size clothes washers manufactured after 2006 must have a modified energy factor ( MEF* ) of at least 48.45 L/kWh/cycle (1.72 cu. ft./kWh/cycle) to be ENERGY STAR qualified.

In addition, on January 1, 2007, a maximum water factor (WF) = 1.07 L/cycle per L of tub capacity (8.0 gal./cycle/cu. ft.) was introduced

ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers must have advanced design features that deliver cleaning performance while using less energy and 35 to 50 percent less water. The washer extracts more water from clothes during the spin cycle. This reduces the drying time, saves energy and wear and tear on your clothes.

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

Clothes Washer only in Washer-Dryers

List of models: Washers-Dryers

Refrigerators

List of models: Refrigerators

Standard-size refrigerators must be at least 15 percent more efficient than the minimum federal energy performance standard in Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations to qualify for the ENERGY STAR mark.

Qualified compact refrigerators will continue to exceed the minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 20 percent.

ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerators typically have a more energy-efficient compressor and better insulation than conventional models. They may also have an "Energy Saver" switch that allows consumer to adjust how much energy the refrigerator use to keep food fresh.

Freezers

List of models: Freezers

ENERGY STAR qualified standard-size freezers must exceed minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 10 percent.

Compact freezer models must exceed minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 20 percent.

Dishwashers

List of models: Dishwashers

Dishwashers must exceed the minimum federal energy performance standard in Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations by at least 41  percent to qualify for the ENERGY STAR mark. Many ENERGY STAR dishwashers use "smart" sensors that adjust the wash cycle and the amount of water to match the load. They may also have an internal heater to boost the temperature of incoming water.

On January 1, 2007, the ENERGY STAR criteria for qualified dishwashers changed to:

^a Compact Dishwasher definition as of January 1, 2007: A dishwasher that has a capacity less than eight place settings and six serving pieces.

As well, for the first time, an ENERGY STAR criteria was established for compact dishwashers.

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

Dehumidifiers

List of models: Dehumidifiers

As of October 1, 2006, to qualify for the ENERGY STAR symbol, standard-capacity dehumidifiers (i.e., that have a water removal capacity up to or equal 35.5 litres per day) must have an energy factor of at least 1.20, 1.40, 1.50, 1.60 based on water removal capacity. High-capacity dehumidifiers (i.e., that have a water removal capacity greater than 35.5 to 87.5 litres per day) must have an energy factor of 2.50 or higher. Normally, the higher the capacity of the dehumidifier, the more energy efficient it is. The following table may be used as a guide when selecting a standard-capacity dehumidifier for residential use.

If dehumidifier capacity is not measured in litres, remember that two pints are equivalent to approximately one litre.

Damp – Space feels damp and has a musty odour, especially in humid weather.Damp spots may appear on walls and floor.
Wet – Space feels and smells wet. Walls or floor sweat, or seepage is present
Very Wet – Walls sweat and floor is almost always wet.

Note: New levels come into effect.

Effective October 1, 2007
As of October 1, 2007, high-capacity dehumidifiers with a capacity of 35.5 liters/day or greater will need to have an Energy Factor of > 2.50 L/kWh to earn the ENERGY STAR symbol.

Effective June 1, 2008
As of June 1, 2008, standard-capacity dehumidifiers with a capacity up to 35.5 liters/day will need to have an Energy Factor of > 1.80 L/kWh to earn the ENERGY STAR symbol.

Bottled-Water Coolers Current as of January 1, 2006

List of models: Cook-and-Cold Bottled Units
List of models: Hot-and-Cold Bottled Units

Bottled-water coolers that dispense cold water or both cold and room-temperature water must have standby energy consumption of no more than 0.16 kWh/day (standby energy refers to the energy required to maintain the water at an appropriate dispensing temperature) to qualify for the ENERGY STAR mark. Bottled-water coolers that dispense both hot and cold water must have standby energy consumption of no more than 1.20 kWh/day.