Energy Rating Labels

WELS Rating

 

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When choosing a new appliance is often the best opportunity to work toward saving energy. By reading and using the labels mandatory on new appliances, you can make an informed decision about the long term power demand and cost (both to you and the environment). Quite often cheaper appliances will ultimately cost you more through the electricity and water demands over their life span.
Energy Rating Labels

Energy Rating is the basic star rating labelling scheme to gauge how efficient an electrical appliance is. It applies to fridges and freezers, washing machines, clothes dryers, dishwashers and some air conditioners.

All new appliances should have a label like this:

Reading these labels can save you money in the long term, as an inefficient appliance will cost significantly more to run over it’s lifespan. Go to http://energyrating.gov.au/ for more info and product specifications
 
WELS Rating

WELS stands for Water Efficiency Labeling Scheme and is a basic star rating to gauge how much water an appliance uses. It applies to taps, shower heads, toilets, washing machines and dishwashers.

After 31 December 2006, new appliances should have a label like this:

Always consider the WELS rating when buying your next appliance. Got to http://www.waterrating.gov.au/ for more info and product specifications.