Energy Star (trademarked
ENERGY STAR) is an international standard for
energy efficient consumer products originated in the United States. It was created in 1992 by the
Environmental Protection Agency and the
Department of Energy. Since then, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, and the
European Union have adopted the program. Devices carrying the Energy Star service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, buildings and other products, generally use 20–30% less energy than required by federal standards. In the United States, the Energy Star label is also shown on
EnergyGuide appliance label of qualifying products.