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Energy Label

The Energy Label is an essential tool in the fight against climate change and the promotion of sustainability. This classification system, widely used in the European Union and other countries, helps consumers and businesses identify the energy efficiency of products, buildings, and systems, enabling more informed and responsible decision-making.

What is the Energy Label?

The Energy Label is a visual classification system that indicates the energy efficiency level of a product or installation. Originally introduced by the European Union in 1995, the Energy Label has become a global standard for assessing energy consumption and its environmental impact.

The label uses a color and letter scale, ranging from green (most efficient) to red (least efficient), with an alphabetical rating from A (maximum efficiency) to G (minimum efficiency). In some cases, additional classifications such as A+, A++, or A+++ are included to indicate superior efficiency levels.

The primary goal of the Energy Label is to promote transparency and environmental awareness by providing clear and accessible information on energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with a product or system. This enables consumers to choose more sustainable alternatives while encouraging businesses to develop more energy-efficient products.

How does the Energy Label Work?

The Energy Label is based on a technical analysis that evaluates the energy performance of a product or system, considering factors such as:

  • Energy consumption during use.
  • Associated environmental impact, including greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
  • Efficiency compared to similar products on the market.

For example, in household appliances, the Energy Label assesses annual electricity and water consumption, while in buildings, it evaluates factors such as thermal insulation, ventilation, and the use of renewable energy sources.

Regulations and standards

In the European Union, the Energy Label is regulated by Regulation (EU) 2017/1369, which sets requirements for eco-design and consumer information. This regulation mandates that certain products, such as appliances, heating and cooling systems, and buildings, must display an Energy Label.

Additionally, energy labels must be verifiable and auditable, ensuring reliability and compliance.

The link between the Energy Label and Carbon Footprint

The Energy Label is directly related to carbon footprint measurement, as both concepts focus on assessing and reducing environmental impact. The carbon footprint measures the total GHG emissions generated by an activity, while the Energy Label evaluates how efficiently energy is used.

For example, a product with a high energy rating (A or B) generally has a lower carbon footprint compared to less efficient products (D or G). This is because more efficient products consume less energy, leading to reduced GHG emissions during their use.In the case of buildings, the Energy Label considers factors such as thermal insulation and the use of renewable energy. A highly rated building not only consumes less energy but also emits less CO2, contributing to decarbonization goals.

Benefits of the Energy Label

The implementation of the Energy Label provides multiple benefits for consumers, businesses, and the environment:

For consumers

✅ Enables informed decisions when comparing products based on energy efficiency.
✅ Helps reduce long-term energy costs.
✅ Encourages the adoption of more sustainable consumption habits.

For businesses

Drives innovation and the development of more efficient products.
✅ Enhances competitiveness in a market increasingly focused on sustainability.
✅ Helps comply with environmental regulations and obtain recognized certifications.

For the environment

✅ Reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
✅ Promotes the use of renewable energy and clean technologies.
✅ Supports the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Challenges and future perspectives

Despite its multiple benefits, the Energy Label faces some challenges. One of the main issues is the lack of consumer awareness regarding how to correctly interpret the label. Additionally, rapid technological advancements require continuous updates to assessment criteria to reflect improvements in energy efficiency.

In the future, the Energy Label is expected to include more information about the entire life cycle of products, including the carbon footprint associated with manufacturing, transportation, and disposal. This will enable a more comprehensive environmental assessment.

How Manglai Helps measure and reduce Carbon Footprint

Tools like those provided by Manglai enable businesses to measure carbon emissions in real time across all scopes (1, 2, and 3), including data analysis of energy consumption and automatic classification of invoices using AI.These functionalities are essential for identifying areas for improvement and optimizing energy efficiency, ultimately leading to a better Energy Label rating.

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