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Resources for Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Using External Power Adapters

Distinguish your product with ENERGY STAR qualified external power adapters

In 2005, ENERGY STAR will begin promoting energy-efficient power adapters and the products that use them. Learn more about ENERGY STAR External Power Adapters

How does an adapter qualify for ENERGY STAR?

An adapter that has earned the ENERGY STAR mark meets strict energy-efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy.

  • On average, 35 percent more efficient than conventional models.
  • Are often lighter and smaller in size (footprint), which makes it easier for consumers to transport products such as laptops.

By partnering with ENERGY STAR, and using qualified external power adapters, consumer electronics manufacturers can:

  • Identify your products with the new ENERGY STAR EPS graphic, which garners broad consumer recognition as a symbol for energy efficiency

    ENERGY STAR EPS graphic

  • Tap into the value of the ENERGY STAR brand
  • Benefit from free, ongoing marketing and PR campaigns
  • Be poised to manufacture your product with energy-efficient external power adapters, which are increasingly being encouraged or required by international power adapter efficiency initiatives.

For more information on how consumer electronics manufacturers can participate in the ENERGY STAR adapters effort, contact:

Robert Huang, The Cadmus Group, Inc. (EPA technical support contractor) at 617 673-7117 or rhuang@cadmusgroup.com