A Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme for Australia

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Summary

The purpose of this study, commissioned by Environment Australia, is to examine the potential for, and impacts of, introducing a national mandatory water efficiency labelling (WEL) scheme and minimum water efficiency standards (WES) for appliances, fixtures and fittings as a method of reducing urban water consumption. One example of such a scheme is the National Appliance and Equipment Energy Efficiency Program (NAEEEP) where labelling and water performance requirements are specified in relevant Australian Standards, given effect by regulation and managed by government agencies.

This study examines program options for shower heads, toilets, clothes washers, dishwashers, taps, urinal flush and flow regulators. This report is included on this website as it proposes water labelling for dishwashers and clothes washers which are also required to carry an energy label.

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