Energy Star Program

American  

[en-er-jee stahr proh-gram, ‐gruhm] / ˈɛn ər dʒi ˌstɑr ˌproʊ græm, ‐grəm /

noun

1. a program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy intended to promote energy-saving strategies and help consumers identify energy-efficient appliances, electronic systems, and devices that have met the performance requirements for the certified label Energy Star.

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Etymology

Origin of Energy Star Program

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

The budget calls for numerous programs to be killed entirely, including the the EPA’s Energy Star Program energy efficiency program and the DOE’s National Sea Grant College Program.

From Salon • May 28, 2017

The Energy Star Program certifies consumer electronic goods and buildings for energy efficiency.

From Salon • May 28, 2017