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Hong Kong Energy Efficiency Labeling Scheme for Hot/Cold Bottled Water Dispenser

The Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme (EELS) is an energy conservation initiative that the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has adopted. Under the scheme, some common types of appliances will incorporate an energy label that serves to inform consumers of the product's energy consumption and efficiency. Consumers should then be able to take those factors into account and make their purchasing decision.

The full EELS will be implemented in phases for various groups of household appliances and office equipments. This scheme now covers ten types of which are electrical appliances including refrigerators, room coolers, washing machines, compact fluorescent lamps, electric clothes dryers, electric storage water heaters, electric rice-cookers, dehumidifiers, televisions and electronic ballasts. In addition, it covers six types of office equipment include photocopiers and multi-function devices, laser printers, LCD monitors, computers and fax machines. 
 
Specifically for Hot/Cold Bottled Water Dispenser, registration has commenced on 17 August 2008.
 
The EELS is applicable to manufacturers, importers, or other related parties with new registered appliances imported to or manufactured in Hong Kong with effect from the date that is declared by the participants but does not cover second-hand products, products already in existing use, under trans-shipment or manufactured for export, etc.

For further information about the energy efficiency requirements, please click here to download the information leaflet.

Registration Process 
 
To participate in the EELS, manufacturers, importers or related parties will need to submit an proforma letter of application to EMSD's, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Energy Efficiency Office by mail, fax or email along with the required information and test reports. The proforma letter of application can be downloaded at http://www.emsd.gov.hk/emsd/eng/pee/eels_sch_doc.shtml.