StarGuard: ENERGY STAR® for Home Electronics & IT Products
Qualify your home electronics and IT products for the EPA's ENERGY STAR® program. Keystone was one of the first EPA-recognized Third Party Certification Bodies, and our experienced staff can help you navigate the ever-changing requirements to obtain and maintain ENERGY STAR® listings.
Why Pursue ENERGY STAR® for Electronics & IT?
Procurement Advantage
Federal, state, and commercial procurement programs increasingly require or prefer ENERGY STAR certified electronics, opening doors to large-volume buyers.
Consumer Recognition
The ENERGY STAR® mark is one of the most recognized energy efficiency symbols, helping your products stand out on store shelves and in online searches.
Rebate Eligibility
ENERGY STAR certified electronics often qualify for utility and government rebate programs, making them more attractive to cost-conscious buyers.
Environmental Commitment
Demonstrate your company's commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility with independent third-party verification.
Products Covered
Keystone's StarGuard Energy Performance Certification Program qualifies the following imaging equipment products for ENERGY STAR listing:
- Imaging Equipment
- Printers & Copiers
- Multifunction Devices
- Scanners & Fax Machines
How ENERGY STAR® Certification Works
Product Testing
Products are tested at EPA-recognized laboratories to applicable ENERGY STAR specifications for your product category.
CB Review
Keystone, as the EPA-recognized Certification Body, reviews test reports to verify compliance with ENERGY STAR requirements.
ENERGY STAR Listing
Compliant products are listed in the official EPA ENERGY STAR product database for public verification.
Ready to Get Started?
Download our Qualifying Products for ENERGY STAR® Checklist to learn how manufacturers can qualify home electronics and IT products for ENERGY STAR listing.
For personalized guidance on your specific products and applicable ENERGY STAR specifications, use the contact form or reach out to our certification experts.
FAQ: ENERGY STAR® for Electronics & IT Products
Keystone's StarGuard program certifies imaging equipment products for ENERGY STAR® qualification, including printers, copiers, multifunction devices, scanners, and fax machines.
ENERGY STAR certification for electronics and IT products provides significant benefits:
- Access to government and commercial procurement preferences that require ENERGY STAR qualified products
- Consumer recognition of the trusted ENERGY STAR mark
- Eligibility for utility rebate programs
- Demonstrated commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility
The ENERGY STAR certification process for electronics includes:
- Testing at an EPA-recognized laboratory to ENERGY STAR specs
- Keystone reviews test reports as the EPA-recognized Certification Body
- Product listing in the official EPA ENERGY STAR database
- Ongoing compliance monitoring and annual renewal
Yes. Keystone was one of the first EPA-recognized Third Party Certification Bodies for the ENERGY STAR program, including for home electronics and IT product categories. EPA-recognized CBs are listed in the official EPA Certification Body list.
Download the Qualifying Products for ENERGY STAR® Checklist or contact our certification team to discuss your product's specific requirements and the applicable ENERGY STAR specification.
Why Choose Keystone as Your ENERGY STAR® CB?
EPA-Recognized as one of the first Third Party Certification Bodies for the ENERGY STAR program
ISO/IEC 17065 accredited by ANAB (ANSI National Accreditation Board)
Expert staff to help you navigate ever-changing ENERGY STAR requirements
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