According to a new Underwriters Laboratory (UL) survey, the majority of consumers shopping for appliances consider a product’s energy efficiency, but do not consider the product’s safety rating. UL wants to change this, and has launched a brand new website to inform consumers on a) the state-run rebate programs, and b) the safety rating for the various brands and models… Read More
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Many States Approved for Appliance Rebates
A new Dow Jones report said that thirty-one U.S. states and territories thus far have received approval to offer rebates on energy-efficient household appliances. These cash rebates originated from the economic stimulus legislation early this year and are meant to boost spending in the consumer sector whilst reducing energy consumption by replacing old major appliances. In some cases, documented recycling… Read More