What changes for you
What will be different?
A +++ becomes B or C
For the time being, the top efficiency class A remains free with the new label. This remains space for technological development and product improvements. The devices, which were previously classified as A +++ and now receive B or C as a label, are therefore no less efficient. It only gives room for even more efficient products.
Via the QR code in the right upper area, you will come directly to the European Commission's product database in the future. It is not mandatory to attach QR codes on new energy labels. If QR codes are already appropriate according to the EU regulations, they can be left unchanged.
New pictograms for product criteria
Most pictograms for other product criteria in the lower area of the etiquette were already available on the original label. Some pictograms have been graphically adjusted. New individual pictograms have been added (energy savings in HDR mode for televisions and displays, washing time for washing machines).
Which products are affected?
You can find a detailed overview of the exact changes in the individual product groups here.