RIS for One Watt Horizontal Standby MEPS

The focus of the Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) was on the potential introduction of a ‘horizontal’ MEPS for Australian. The proposed type of standard would be applicable to any appliance using standby power, and not covered by existing product specific regulations. EnergyConsult helped determine whether the new regulation was justifiable through an RIS and accompanying cost-benefit analysis (CBA). The RIS established whether or not the introduction of any regulation, including Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for appliances, results in net economic, social and environmental benefit for the economy and the country. The RIS includes detailed assessment of economic, social and environmental impacts of the proposed regulations and provides a thorough cost-benefits analysis. EnergyConsult undertook the research, analysis and report preparation for the RIS.

Client: Department Climate Change and Energy Efficiency

For more information: refer to the report here