Ceiling Fans

ENERGY STAR® SALES ASSOCIATE TRAINING : CEILING FANS ENERGY STAR® SALES ASSOCIATE TRAINING


WHAT IS ENERGY STAR? : ENERGY STAR qualified products meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by: The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The US Department of Energy (DOE) ENERGY STAR Saves energy Reduces pollution Saves money WHAT IS ENERGY STAR? www.energystar.gov


WHAT ARE ENERGY STAR QUALIFIEDCEILING FANS? : WHAT ARE ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED CEILING FANS? ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans move air 15 to 20% more efficiently primarily due to: Improved blade design (i.e., blade pitch, aerodynamics) More energy-efficient motors More cooling per unit of energy ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fan/light combinations are up to 50% more energy efficient due to: Long-lasting compact fluorescent light bulbs which use up to 2/3 less energy than incandescent models


SAVING ENERGYEQUALS SAVING MONEY : SAVING ENERGY EQUALS SAVING MONEY ENERGY STAR qualified products use less energy and cost less to operate resulting in: ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans are 15-20% more efficient than conventional models. ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fan/light combination units are about 50% more efficient than conventional models resulting in 200 kWh or $15-25 per year in electric bill savings.


SAVE MONEY YEAR-ROUND : SAVE MONEY YEAR-ROUND Ceiling fans can be used year-round to maximize energy and cost savings Summer Months Ceiling fans cool you off during the summer months – adjusting the thermostat during use can save money on costly air conditioning bills. Winter Months Reverse the airflow direction and operate the fan on low speed to push warm air trapped at the ceiling downward into the living space, allowing the thermostat to be adjusted and saving on heating bills. JAN FEB APRIL MAY MAR JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC


WHY SAVEENERG? : WHY SAVE ENERG? SAVING ENERGY HELPS PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT In 2010, ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans are projected to cut air pollution by more than 500 million pounds.


WHY BUY ENERGY STAR? : WHY BUY ENERGY STAR? High quality performance ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans come with optimized fan blades and motor for better air circulation and room comfort, while using less electricity than conventional models Quality you can trust Qualifications include a minimum 30-year warranty on the motor and at least one year for all other components ENERGY STAR qualified fans come in a wide range of brands and styles Save money without sacrifice Qualified fans can be used year-round to make a room feel cooler or warmer – with savings from energy efficiency AND adjusting your thermostat ENERGY STAR qualified light kits are available for even more savings


WHICH BRANDS ARE ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED? : WHICH BRANDS ARE ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED? Trusted brands like these… Casablanca Craftmade Ellington Emerson Hunter Minka Aire [Customize as appropriate]


SNAPSHOT : SNAPSHOT ENERGY STAR is: A government-backed program (www.energystar.gov) dedicated to helping individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Look for the ENERGY STAR symbol on qualified ceiling fans, fan/light kit combinations, and light kits sold separately. Saving energy reduces the burning of fossil fuels, which leads to less air pollution and ultimately reduces global warming. ENERGY STAR qualified ceiling fans/fan light kits: Move air 15 to 20% more efficiently primarily due to: Improved blade design More energy-efficient motors Are 15-20% more energy efficient – 50% more energy efficient with qualified lighting Save the consumer up to $25/year per fan in utility bills Can be used year-round to maximize savings


2004 Cool Change Campaign : 2004 Cool Change Campaign THEME: Make a Cool Change TIMING: April – August GOAL: Increase awareness of ENERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment and benefits of energy efficiency FEATURED PRODUCTS: Heating, Cooling and Ventilation Products, Room Air Conditioners, Programmable Thermostats, Ceiling Fans