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Dehumidifiers Purchasing & Procurement Language
What ENERGY STAR Purchasing & Procurement resources does EPA offer?
ENERGY STAR Purchasing & Procurement resources include lists of qualifying products, key product criteria, drop-in procurement language and savings calculators. Organizations can use these resources to facilitate the procurement of energy-efficient ENERGY STAR products and prevent greenhouse gas emissions.
Sample Procurement Language: (Download Residential Appliances Procurement Language 
)
The following is an example of language you may wish to require in your upcoming contract:
The Vendor Must:
Provide dehumidifiers that earn the ENERGY STAR and meet the ENERGY STAR specifications for energy efficiency as outlined below. The vendor is encouraged to visit www.energystar.gov for complete product specifications and an updated list of qualifying products.
Table 1: Tier 1 Criteria for ENERGY STAR Qualified Dehumidifiers
| Product Capacity (pints/day) | Energy Factor Under Test Conditions (L/kWh) Effective Date: October 1, 2006 |
|---|---|
| <= 25 | >= 1.20 |
| > 25 to <= 35 | >= 1.40 |
| > 35 to <= 45 | >= 1.50 |
| > 45 to <= 54 | >= 1.60 |
| > 54 to < 75 | >= 1.60 |
| >= 75 to < 185 | >= 2.50 |
Table 2: Tier 2 Criteria for ENERGY STAR Qualified Dehumidifiers
| Product Capacity (pints/day) | Energy Factor Under Test Conditions (L/kWh) Effective Date: October 1, 2007 |
|---|---|
| <= 25 | >= 1.20 |
| > 25 to <= 35 | >= 1.40 |
| > 35 to <= 45 | >= 1.50 |
| > 45 to <= 54 | >= 1.60 |
| > 54 to < 75 | >= 1.60 |
| >= 75 to <= 185 | >= 2.50 |
Table 3: Tier 3 Criteria for ENERGY STAR Qualified Dehumidifiers
| Product Capacity (pints/day) | Energy Factor Under Test Conditions (L/kWh) Effective Date: June 1, 2008 |
|---|---|
| <= 25 | >= 1.20 |
| > 25 to <= 35 | >= 1.40 |
| > 35 to <= 45 | >= 1.50 |
| > 45 to <= 54 | >= 1.60 |
| > 54 to < 75 | >= 1.80 |
| >= 75 to <= 185 | >= 2.50 |
