ENERGY STAR SALES ASSOCIATE TRAINING Water Coolers What

ENERGY STAR® SALES ASSOCIATE TRAINING Water Coolers

What is ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program that helps consumers identify energy -efficient products. ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Save energy • Save money • Save the environment 2

About ENERGY STAR The ENERGY STAR mark ranks among the highest level of influence on product purchase among all consumer emblems, similar in ranking to the Good Housekeeping Seal. 3

ENERGY STAR Sales Value In 2009 alone, Americans—with the help of ENERGY STAR—saved $17 billion on their energy bills and prevented greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to the annual emissions of 30 million vehicles. Consumer awareness and desire for efficiency savings is high • In 2009, more than 75% of households nationwide recognized the ENERGY STAR label. • Of households that purchased ENERGY STAR products in the past year: – 80% of them reported the label as influential to their purchasing decision. Source: 1) EPA Office Air and reported Radiation, Climate Partnerships – More than 90% ofofthem they. Protection are likely to Division. National recommend ENERGY STAR products to. Household friends. Survey. Awareness of ENERGY STAR for 2009: Analysis of 2009 CEE 4

ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Coolers Overview ENERGY STAR The government-backed program dedicated to helping consumers save money and protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Look for the ENERGY STAR label on qualified water coolers. ENERGY STAR qualified water coolers: • Save consumers $50 per year on average. * • Feature improved chilling mechanisms and additional insulation compared to conventional models. • Help prevent climate change by reducing the greenhouse gas emissions caused by burning fossil fuels at power plants. • Water coolers that have earned the ENERGY STAR use about half U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program the energy. Source: of conventional models. *Savings will vary depending upon equipment usage. 5

Saving Energy = Saving Money ENERGY STAR qualified products use less energy and cost less to operate resulting in: • ENERGY STAR qualified hot and cold water coolers can save up to $50 per year in energy bills. • The energy saved by an ENERGY STAR qualified water cooler is enough to power a full-sized new refrigerator. Source: U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program 6

Saving Energy Helps Protect the Environment Did you know? • Water coolers in businesses and homes consume about 6 billion kilowatt-hours per year. • By using less energy, ENERGY STAR qualified water coolers help reduce air pollution. Source: U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program 7

Why Buy ENERGY STAR? High quality performance ENERGY STAR qualified water coolers have improved chilling mechanisms and insulation that delivers hot and cold water while using less energy, costing less to operate! Source: U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program 8

ENERGY STAR Water Cooler Brands Trusted brands like these… • Addico • Aquaria • Crystal Mountain • Thermo Concepts [Customize as appropriate] 9

ENERGY STAR As Your Sales Partner with ENERGY STAR and increase sales and customer loyalty by providing energy savings and environmental benefits. Create Business Value Create Social Value • Differentiation – Arm your staff with knowledge. – Provide your customers products of choice. • Grow your customer base – Attract and retain customers. – Help your customers save money and watch • Reducing energy use helps decelerate climate change by preventing greenhouse gas emissions. • Lower energy bills for your customers. • Boost your company’s environmental image. 10

Questions For questions about ENERGY STAR qualified water coolers: • Write to Water. Coolers@energystar. gov • Call (888) STAR-YES For additional information about water coolers including: • Qualified products lists • Special offers • Savings calculators (for both leasing and purchasing options) Visit: www. energystar. gov/watercooler 11