Look for the stars and save
These labels make it easy for you to compare the energy efficiency of different brands and models when buying new appliances. The more stars, the more efficient and the less the appliance will cost to run. Energy Ratings are mandatory for many appliances, including fridges, air conditioners and gas hot water systems.
Energy Ratings is a scheme for measuring performance, jointly run by Federal, State and Territory
government agencies. The stars are awarded after each appliance has been put through set tests defined under
Australian Standards. Appliances need to meet minimum criteria before they can be granted an Energy Rating
label, usually 1 to 6 stars.
You can find out more about the rating system and how to shop for energy efficient appliances: