TV manufacturers, cable and satellite boxes in the U.S. not have to comply with new Energy Star standards - unless they want their products are eligible for reimbursement, such as those highlighted by the availability GreenOhm.com regional government and a number of websites run by the states with reimbursement programs.
TV manufacturers have to label their games with information on the amount of energy consumed annually, and how it compares with a range of similar models, according to the Appliance Labeling Rule of the Federal Trade Commission into force on May 10, 2011.
According to research by In-Stat market (recently acquired by the NPD Group), sales of set-top box in North America slowed in 2010, and the trend is likely to continue this year. The NPD Group reported, however, that 2011 holiday sales of televisions, in particular:
"The segment of flat screen TV 46 to 47 inches was the fastest growth for the holiday, up 31 percent in units. Sales of televisions over 50 inches also recorded strong growth with a volume jump 21 percent driven by exciting new technologies such as 3D, Internet connectivity, and LED backlight. "
The FTC is still considering labeling requirements related to energy for personal computer manufacturers, cable or satellite set-top boxes, independent digital video recorders and personal computer monitors.
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