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CA Pushes Efficient Appliances.

Energy Optimization News, January, 2005

In December, the California Energy Commission approved new regulations to make appliances sold in the state the most energy efficient in the nation. In a 5-0 vote, the Commission approved standards to be phased in starting in 2006 that will require all televisions, VCRs, and DVD players sold in the U.S. state to run on 1 to 3 W. Even when idle, most models of such home entertainment devices currently use 2 to 10 W. Power adapters will be required to draw a half-watt or less.

The new energy standards regulate incandescent lamps; audio and video equipment; residential pool pumps and portable electric spas; evaporative coolers; ceiling fans, exhaust fans, and whole house fans; commercial ice makers, refrigerators, and freezers; vending machines; commercial...

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