The scrapping of Energy Star labels in the EU leaves a vacuum

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EU Commission's decision to scrap Energy Star labels for office equipment without consultation remains controversial with manufacturers, says TechUK's Susanne Baker

Energy Star is perhaps one of the most recognisable environmental labels in the world. It was developed over 20 years ago by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and covers a wide range of...

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