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ENERGY STAR Product Specification Development and Revision Process
The ENERGY STAR Product Development (PD) teams at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy aim to transform the market for manufactured good by expanding the availability and visibility of energy-efficient products.
Before developing or changing an ENERGY STAR specification, the PD teams follow an established evaluation process, which draws upon the expertise and resources of other stakeholders, including manufacturers, utilities, environmental groups, and other government agencies. This process allows us to make an informed decision as to whether or not to proceed with formulating or revising a product specification. It also ensures that new product specifications are consistent with the ENERGY STAR Specification Development Guiding Principles 
(68KB), and that ENERGY STAR’s actions are effectively communicated to stakeholders, particularly in new target markets.
EPA and DOE consider the following criteria when determining whether to develop or revise ENERGY STAR product specifications:
- Significant energy savings will be realized on a national basis.
- Product energy consumption and performance and can be measured and verified with testing.
- Product performance will be maintained or enhanced.
- Purchasers of the product will recover any cost difference within a reasonable time period.
- Specifications do not unjustly favor any one technology.
- Labeling will effectively differentiate products to purchasers.
