Green Recognition
Environment
Energy Star
Award/Certification Overview
ENERGY STAR, a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy, is a voluntary labeling program designed to protect the environment through the identification and promotion of energy-efficient products and practices. The ENERGY STAR label may be found on qualifying office equipment, major appliances, lighting, home electronics, residential homes, commercial and industrial buildings and more.
Earning the ENERGY STAR
- ENERGY STAR qualified imaging equipment delivers the same performance as less efficient, conventional equipment and is at least 30% more efficient.
- Copiers that have earned the ENERGY STAR not only use less energy, but also power down when not in use, and use about half of the electricity of standard models.
- ENERGY STAR qualified machines print double-sided pages, reducing both copying and paper costs.
Recipient Description
Every Konica Minolta MFP since 1995 has qualified for the Energy Star label. In April 2007, a new Energy Star standard for office imaging equipment went into effect. This new specification calls for even tougher energy guidelines for efficient operation and maximum productivity for digital office machines. Today, upon introduction, the latest bizhub MFPs are exceeding this new specification, and we’re working to ensure the same for future products.
