• Sets a frame work for mandatory minimum standards across Europe

• Most energy using appliances included

• Should be implemented for heating products by 2013

• New energy labels will be required

• Installers will be involved in setting the overall efficiency of a heating system

The Directive establishes a framework of mandatory requirements for energy using and  energy related products sold in all 27 Members States.

For Consumers:

For heating products the proposals have yet to be finalised. But it is likely that a new  system of energy labels will be introduced.

All measures that make up a heating system will contribute to the overall efficiency  rating.

This will allow customers to make informed choices on all aspects of their system.  Controls and energy saving add-ons will all contribute to a final rating.

It will be based on the familiar A-G rating scale with renewable technologies an A++ rating.

For Installers:

The final product label for the heating system will be generated by the installer. They will add all the components together and calculate the final efficiency. There will be a guide to make calculations simple and consistent.

It will be policed by building regulations.

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For more information:

ec.europa.eu/energy/efficiency/ecodesign/eco_design_en.htm
www.defra.gov.uk/environment/economy/products-consumers/