<P> Initiated as a voluntary labeling program designed to identify and promote energy efficient products , Energy Star began with labels for computer and printer products . In 1995 the program was significantly expanded , introducing labels for residential heating and cooling systems and new homes . At this time , newly formed energy efficiency programs , administered by ratepayer funded entities such as utilities , agreed through the Consortium for Energy Efficiency to begin promoting their programs using the ENERGY STAR brand . In 2000 , the Consortium for Energy Efficiency was directed by members to begin an annual survey of ENERGY STAR impact . </P>
what are the purposes of the energy star program
designed to identify and promote energy efficient products