Energy Star TV

No, a new channel has not been launched but beginning in 2011, all televisions will have Energy Guide stickers like those found on appliances such as refrigerators or washers and dryers. The idea being this will empower consumers to make energy efficient choices.

The Federal Trade Commission is requiring all TVs to display the stickers, which will feature the estimated annual energy cost of the TV, with a scale comparing it to other TVs in the same size range. The figures are based on a cost of 11 cents per kWh and five hours use per day.

The new requirement applies to all televisions sold in stores as of January, however websites have until July 2011 to add the labels.