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01/07/2014
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Inmetro recommends that consumers pay attention to the rating of appliances made by the institute through the Brazilian Labeling Program ( PBE ) and informed the seal attached to the product
For those who plan to start this summer buy new air conditioners , fans and refrigerators among other products that refresh and reduce heat , INMETRO is a warning . The consumer can save over £ 700 a year in electricity bill be attentive to the classification of these appliances made by the institute through the Brazilian Labeling Program ( PBE ) and informed the seal attached to the product .
EBS provides information on the performance of the device , considering attributes such as energy efficiency , by means of a classification will in the most efficient (A ) to the less efficient (from C to G, depending on the product ) - which means that the more efficient energy use better , have less environmental impact and cost less to operate, weighing less in your pocket .
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Check out the savings that can be made in a year , to opt for the product with higher energy efficiency , compared to less efficient , ie more energy waster :
>>> A simple Refrigerator Door: R$ 54
>>> Air conditioning BTUs 9000: R$ 176
>>> Fan table: R$ 80
>>> Exchange incandescent bulbs 60w equivalent compact fluorescent, 15w, in a residence of two bedrooms: R$ 230
>>> Washer: R$ 30
" If we consider a house with two rooms with refrigerator, three table fans and an air conditioner and light points in all rooms , for example, the savings could exceed U.S. $ 700 per year. This is without considering the other labeled appliances in home , "says Mark Borges , INMETRO official responsible for PBE .
To strengthen the economy , directs Borges , the consumer must make the most of daylight , which this year is in force in 11 states by February 17 . " The first economic attitude is to enjoy the summer time , when the natural light lasts longer , opening windows , curtains and blinds , delaying switching lights on in the house ," he says .
The label with the information Inmetroé the seal of conformity showing compliance with performance requirements in technical regulations and standards established by the Institute . Depending on the performance criteria evaluated , it has different names . When key information is the energy efficiency of the product , for example, it is called Label National Energy Conservation , and ranks products in colored bands ranging from A to G.
Each line appliance has its own label, changing according to the specifications of each product .
Source : EcoFinanças
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