Development of measuring definition and energy labelling criteria for electricity consumption of computers in all modes

The main project results include:

• Recommendation on how to include the active mode in energy requirements on the short and long run and on how to set energy label requirements Input to
• Energy Star specification revision
• A freeware calculation tool for calculating the impact on energy consumption of two computer scenarios
• Suggestion for further research and development

The target group of the results are primarily energy authorities and research institutions, which are involved in energy labelling schemes or similar activities. The results will eventually influence the industry to design computers with the highest energy efficiency taking into account the users’ real needs.

Furthermore, the calculation tool can be used by energy consultants and advisers for calculating the energy and financial impact of replacement of computers.