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"   Energy Star, the program that we have all come to rely on for energy efficient products and practices, has announced that it will be requiring more stringent criteria for its designation on audio and video (AV) products that provide audio amplification or removable disc playback (such as CD, DVD and Blu-Ray players). The goal is to make more energy-efficient products to help both the environment (reduce greenhouse gas emissions) and individuals&amp;#039; wallets (reduce energy costs).    The new requirements demand less power consumption and auto power down after a period of inactivity. As a country we could save over $1 billion in energy costs a year if all AV products meet these new requirements. AV products previously covered by Energy Star will have until July 30, 2010 to comply. For all products that were not covered under the scope of the original but are now, (such as docking stations and commercial audio amplifiers) the new requirements are effective immediately. To get other tips to cut your energy bill, see what GHRI technical director Stacy Genovese has to say. And read about the Environmental Protection Agency&amp;#039;s (EPA) new program for water efficiency, WaterSense here. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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