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Energy Efficiency: Appliances and Equipment
Energy consumed by equipment and appliances is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions are responsible for more than a quarter of net greenhouse gas emissions in Australia (excluding land use change and forestry).
Consequently, improved energy efficiency of appliances and equipment is a key objective for the Australian Government.
The 1998 National Greenhouse Strategy sets out Governments’ policy objectives in this area in the following terms:
Improvements in the energy efficiency of domestic appliances and commercial and industrial equipment will be promoted by extending and enhancing the effectiveness of existing labelling and minimum energy performance standards.
In addition to electrical safety requirements and EMC requirements, a range of appliances also require Energy Efficient Labelling before they can be offered for sale:
- Refrigerators and Freezers
- Clothes Dryers
- Air Conditioners
- Dishwashers
- Washing Machines
TCA is authorised to test products to certain performance standards so that they can be labelled according to their relative energy efficiency and consumption.
Our service is flexible and geared to our customers requirements. Accordingly tests can be carried out in conjunction with customers who may wish to conduct some tests on their own.
If you require more information about energy efficiency testing please contact John Diong.
Testing & Certification Australia
Product Compliance |
14 Nelson Street
Chatswood NSW 2067
Australia
Ph: +612 9410 5111
Fax: +612 9415 1567 |
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