Energy Saving Recommended Labels on Epson Inkjet Printers Throughout the UK and Ireland.

The Energy Saving Recommended label considers three criteria; energy (Watts) used when the printer is on-ready to use, energy used in sleep mode and energy used when on standby. These criteria were developed by a working party and then reviewed by the Endorsement Panel, a body of independent environmental, policy, regulatory and enforcement experts…

Epson Printers First to Receive Energy Saving Trust Recommendation for UK and Ireland

Most British and Irish consumers are used to seeing Energy Saving Recommended (ESR) labels on products such as fridges, washing machines and light bulbs, and will look for them when considering a purchase. Now, for the first time, the logo will be seen on Epson inkjet printers throughout the UK and Ireland.

The Energy Saving Recommended labelling scheme has established a new product endorsement category; imaging equipment. This category covers inkjet printers, inkjet multi-function devices (MFD) and photo printers.

The Energy Saving Recommended label considers three criteria; energy (Watts) used when the printer is on-ready to use, energy used in sleep mode and energy used when on standby. These criteria were developed by a working party and then reviewed by the Endorsement Panel, a body of independent environmental, policy, regulatory and enforcement experts.

Criteria :

Inkjet and Multi-function Devices
On-Ready (W) Less than or equal to 22
Sleep (W) Less than or equal to 3.5
Standby (W) Less than or equal to 1

Photo Printers
On-Ready (W) Less than or equal to 10
Sleep (W) Less than or equal to 3
Standby (W) Less than or equal to 1

Epson printers were assessed against these criteria using the test procedures specified by the European Energy Star specification. In addition to meeting the test criteria, Epson, and the printers, must comply with the requirements of the RoHS and WEEE directives, which deal with hazardous substances and the recycling.

Epson printers that now carry Energy Saving Recommended labels are:

Single Function Inkjet Printers
Stylus D92
Stylus D120

Multi-function Devices (MFD)
Stylus DX7400/7450
Stylus DX8400/8450
Stylus DX9400F

Single Function Photo Printers
Stylus Photo R285
Stylus Photo R800
Stylus Photo 1400
Stylus Photo R1900
Stylus Photo R2400

MFD Photo Printers
Stylus Photo RX585

Nick Harwood, Key Environmental Representative for Epson says “Epson has long made consideration of the environment and minimising environmental impact part of its business philosophy. For example, in product development, Epson considers environmental performance an essential part of ensuring a product’s quality, and aims to develop environmentally conscious products based on its policies of energy-saving design, lowering resource consumption, and the elimination of hazardous substances. The Energy Saving Recommended label is a very visible, and easily recognisable way of demonstrating this philosophy in practice to our consumers. ”

“We are impressed that the Energy Saving Recommended label scheme not only sets the standards for today but shows how these are expected to be improved upon in the coming years. This allows Epson to ensure that our product development in energy-saving is in line with or better than industry thinking.”

Frances Galvanoni, Partner Marketing Manager for the Energy Saving Trust, said “Epson Printers are the first inkjet printers to be accredited to the Energy Saving Recommended scheme. The Energy Saving Recommended logo is a widely recognised benchmark for excellence in energy conservation and highlights the most energy efficient products in the marketplace. We urge other manufacturers to follow Epson’s lead and get their products accredited in order to give consumers more energy efficient options.”

About Epson
Epson is a global leader in imaging products including printers, 3LCD projectors and small- and medium-sized LCDs. With an innovative and creative culture, Epson is dedicated to exceeding the vision and expectations of customers worldwide with products known for their superior quality, functionality, compactness and energy efficiency.
Epson is a network of 87,626 employees in 117 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and to the communities in which it is located. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corp., the Group had consolidated sales of 1416 billion yen in fiscal 2006.

About the Energy Saving Trust
The Energy Saving Trust is one of the UK’s leading organisations set up to mitigate the damaging effects of climate change. It aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions - the main greenhouse gas causing climate change - by promoting the sustainable and efficient use of energy. It is the independent organisation providing advice for people to help reduce their energy use and acts as a bridge between government, consumers, trade, businesses, local authorities and the energy market. It provides impartial information and advice and has a network of advice centres in the UK specifically designed to help consumers take action to save energy. For further advice, contact the Energy Saving Trust’s network of advice centres, which offer consumers advice and information on energy efficiency.

About the Energy Saving Recommended Scheme
Run by the Energy Saving Trust, Energy Saving Recommended (ESR) is an endorsement scheme that identifies the most energy efficient products on the market. Launched in 2000, our objective is to endorse the top 20 per cent of energy efficient products so they become easily identifiable to consumers. To gain certification a product or service must meet with a strict set of criteria, independently set and updated annually.
There are now around 3000 ESR products from over 130 manufacturers, available over 70 retailers - these include multiple, independent and online retailers.

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