DOE Amends Energy Efficiency Test Procedures for External Power Supplies

The Energy Department on Aug. 25 issued a final rule amending energy efficiency test procedures for external power supplies (here). The new regulations harmonizes measurements of standby power with international standards programs, and clarifies which energy efficiency standards apply to classes of external power supplies. The amended test procedures are mandatory for any representations, such as in marketing materials and product labels, made on or after Feb. 22, 2016.