This paper published in the last quarter of 2020 by the American Council for Energy Efficiency Economy shows how updates to national appliance standards could mean significant carbon reductions, utility-bill savings, and better management of peak electricity demand. Estimates are provided to quantify the savings if 47 products are subject to upgraded efficiency standards. Water heaters, commercial and industrial fans, and furnaces for space heating and lighting offer the greatest carbon reductions opportunities, the analysis shows. Improving test procedures can also help ensure that standards deliver the expected savings.
Key words: protocols/standards, consumer electronics, energy management