Environmental Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
Energy
Wa shing
machine
Manufacturer
Model
More efficient
A
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Less efficient
Energy consumption
kWh/cycle
0.95
Wa shing performance
A
B C D E F G
Spin drying performance
A
B C D E F G
1400
5.0
55
5.2
7.0
Spin speed (rpm)
Capacity (cotton) kg
Water consumption
Noise
(dB(A) re 1 pW )
Wa shing
Spinning
FIGURE 6.4
Example European Union energy label for a washing machine.
classes from A to G (on the label), with A being the most energy efficient
and G the least efficient. The labels also give other useful information to the
customer as they choose among various models. The information should
also be given in catalogues and be included by Internet retailers on their
websites.
In an attempt to keep up with advances in energy efficiency, A+ and A++
grades were later introduced for refrigeration products. Following pub-
lic consultation from 2007-2008, a motion was put forward and eventually
passed to introduce A+, A++ and A+++ grades for all appliances in order to
bring the labelling system up to date by early 2011 [3].
