Energy labelling for retailers

Which retail products need an energy label?

Guide

Many types of products are regulated to ensure they meet specific measures on their energy usage. This reduces their environmental impact, improves their energy efficiency, and cuts greenhouse gas emissions.

Types of products which need an energy label

Energy labels are required to be displayed on:

  • air conditioners and comfort fans
  • dishwashers
  • domestic ovens, hobs and range hoods
  • electronic displays, including televisions
  • lighting products
  • local space heaters powered with solid fuel, gas or liquid fuel (excluding those powered by electricity)
  • professional refrigerated storage cabinets, blast cabinets, condensing units and process chillers
  • refrigerating appliances (including those with a direct sales function)
  • smartphones, tablets, etc
  • solid fuel boilers
  • space heaters
  • household tumble driers
  • ventilation units
  • washing machines and washer-dryers
  • water heaters, hot water storage tanks and packages of water heater and solar

Energy labels are not required to be displayed on:

  • second-hand products
  • any means of transport for persons or goods

Download an example of an energy label (PDF, 67K).