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II. - 3. Energy Conservation Measures for the Commercial/Residential Sector

Energy-Saving Labeling System

The energy-saving labeling system has been introduced to inform consumers of energy efficiency of home appliances and to promote energy-efficient products.

As of April 2006, labeling is applied to the following 13 products: air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, fluorescent lights, TV sets, space heaters, gas cooking appliances, gas water heaters, oil water heaters, electric toilet seats, computers, magnetic disks, and transformers.

II. - 3. Energy Conservation Measures for the Commercial/Residential Sector

Energy-Saving Labeling System for Retailers (I)

The Revised Law Concerning the Rational Use of Energy enforced in April 2006 stipulates that retailers shall make efforts to provide information. In light of this, a guideline was formulated, including providing information by using uniform energy-saving labels.

The system started in October 2006.

II. - 3. Energy Conservation Measures for the Commercial/Residential Sector

Energy-Saving Labeling System for Retailers (II)
(Applicable products)

Factory/Business Establishments Measures Under the Energy Conservation Law (2)

II. - 3. Energy Conservation Measures for the Commercial/Residential Sector

Energy Efficient Product Retailer Assessment System

In order to promote energy efficient products, it is essential to introduce measures for retailers, who are the contact point between manufacturers and consumers.

Recognition should be extended to retailers who actively promote energy-efficient products or provide appropriate energy conservation information.

The energy efficient product retailer assessment system was introduced in FY2003.

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