Technological development over the past few years has resulted in a higher concentration of products that carry labels with a value of A+ or better. Consequently, the label has not been fulfilling its original function as an aid for making purchasing decisions as well as it formerly did. Other basic conditions like user behaviour have also changed. That’s why it’s time to adapt the existing Energy Label. The first home appliances to have the new label will be washing machines, washer-dryers, dishwashers, cooling appliances and wine coolers. As of March 1, 2021 these appliances must show the new label when sold in shops, online, etc.

The most significant change in the new Energy Labels is the elimination of the energy efficiency plus classes like, for example A+++. In the future, classification will be from A to G. New methods will also be used for measuring energy consumption and determining the label class. In addition, you will also be able to retrieve further product information directly via a QR code that is displayed on the Energy Label. The QR code forwards you to a database operated by the EU from 01.03.2021. This is where you can view and download data sheets for all appliances that require the new Energy Label. Access to the database is also possible via the Internet.