(Are you a partner? For Partners) Almost half of U.S. households
own three or more televisions. With the average TV getting
larger and consuming more energy, the TVs in your household
could be using as much electricity as your refrigerator. It is
estimated that about 33 million televisions will ship in 2013.
More than 19 million of these will be greater than 40 inches in
size. With televisions getting bigger and using more energy,
it’s no wonder that most consumers say that energy efficiency
will be a factor in their next television choice. Look for the
ENERGY STAR label to save energy, save money, and help protect
the climate. ENERGY STAR certified televisions are on average,
over 25 percent more energy efficient than conventional models,
saving energy in all usage modes: sleep, idle, and on. The label
can be found on everything from standard TVs to large screen TVs
with the latest features like 3D and internet connectivity. Many
models that earn the ENERGY STAR incorporate LEDs, the latest in
screen backlig