Did You Know? Energy Efficient TV Standards Are 30 Years Old

With bigger TVs always on the way, and better programming keeping them turned on longer, California has decided, starting in 2011, retailers will only be able to stock the most energy efficient TVs.With bigger TVs always on the way, and better programming keeping them turned on longer, California has decided, starting in 2011, retailers will only be able to stock the most energy efficient TVs. The only problem is that the Consumer Electronics Association is fighting tooth and nail against it, for fear that Californians will just ship in less-efficient (and less expensive) TVs from out of state. And the funny thing about the whole ordeal is, even though TVs were drafted into Energy Star standards in 2007, the most recent efficiency standards for them date back to when they were black and white. Maybe it’s time for a modern industry wide standard.