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Why do electrical appliances in Thailand frequently display energy efficiency stickers?
Why do most things electrical have one of these stickers on ?
Answer summary
Energy efficiency stickers are placed on electrical appliances in Thailand, mainly to inform consumers about the product's energy consumption and efficiency. The prevalent sticker, known as "Label No. 5," indicates the appliance's energy performance, though many appliances feature the maximum rating, leading to questions about the rating's validity. The labeling is part of a broader regulatory framework in Thailand aimed at promoting energy savings and environmental responsibility. Many users also humorously note that people often leave these stickers on products as a way to maintain a 'new' appearance.
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Kris ********
Don’t buy this one. Very inefficient.
Thomas *********
Woke green agenda. Meanwhile for 3 months people have been dropping dead in the north of Thailand from poor air quality
Alistair **********
@Thomas ********
it's about saving money not the environment... Especially air-conditioners. A SEER 20 will use 75% less power for the same cooling as a SEER 12 rated machine. Which is listed on these labels as well easy to read comparisons of savings
Bill *********
The question you really should ask is why Thais like to leave them on their appliances. It's like they keep them as a badge of honor. 🤣
Henrika *************
@Bill ********
I’m a Brit and I leave energy saver stickers on. It’s because I’m lazy and can’t be arsed to take it off. Not like anyone will see it anyways who cares.Bill *********
@Henrika ************
I take them off and put them in the owner's manual if they are important.Henrika *************
@Bill ********
I don't think they're important beyond informing you "this product is good/shit!" at purchase. After that it holds no value.
Mike ********
OPWell, that’s why I’ve never seen one of these stickers on the back of a suped up pickup !
Jim ********
#5 is the big cheese of all ratings! Breakfast of champions!!!
Otto *********
Because there is a law in Thailand, that makes the test and its result mandatory.
Matthew ********
It is an intelligence test.
Nick **********
The current "number 5" sticker goes from zero stars up to 3 stars.
The zero stars is just the plain number 5. Each step is a 5% to 10% increase in efficiency.
The number 5 as base has its logic, because in 2019 this current system replaced the previous system.
In the previous system, the sticker showed a 1 to 5 rating, 5 being the best. You will still see these stickers with the old system on appliances bought before 2019
The zero stars is just the plain number 5. Each step is a 5% to 10% increase in efficiency.
The number 5 as base has its logic, because in 2019 this current system replaced the previous system.
In the previous system, the sticker showed a 1 to 5 rating, 5 being the best. You will still see these stickers with the old system on appliances bought before 2019
Don *********
Nick MuayPlam thank you - finally makes sense
Kristian ************
People leave stickers on products to keep them looking like new, just purchased. Sometimes packing plastic as well.
Stuart *********
Its the energy rating. It’s not a rating like 1-5. Every label says 5 because it’s physically called “label number 5”. Check out their website for more info.
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Mike ****
@Stuart ********
You’re wrong! It’s a rating 1-5. There is no.4 label in my house like this one.Stuart *********
@Mike ***
That’s from an old appliance.Mike ****
Energy efficiency label.
No. 1 2 3 4 5
No.5(no-star) sticker in the picture.
No.5(3-star) is the best.
No. 1 2 3 4 5
No.5(no-star) sticker in the picture.
No.5(3-star) is the best.
Corey *******
Lol. I hate seeing these on TV screens. I've been to so many places in Thailand where they leave the plastic or stickers on the actual screen. This Pic was on the Ferry from Satun to Langkawi.
Colin *********
@Corey ******
maybe the Thai Government can put these rating stickers on the front gate or door of Thai farms that burn off the remains of crops that have been harvested. It might encourage people to find more efficient and environmental friendly ways of disposing 🤪🤣
Henrik **************
@Corey ******
it's not on the actual screen, it's on a thin plastic sheet that covers the screen for protection against scratches🤦🏻♂️
Mauro ********************
Sticker country...
They love show that..
They love show that..
Oliver **********
It's laughing at you
Tom ***********
In Thailand I have seen many of these stickers. Every one of them has had the 5 star rating. Suspect rating system?
Stuart *********
@Tom **********
It’s the labels name. Label No 5.
David *******
It's the product energy efficiency label
Wayne *********
More stars the better the item is for the environment apparently if you can trust they put the correct stickers on 🙂
Colin *********
@Wayne ********
did you mean "economy", or were you meaning 'environment'? As an Aussie, I've always understood it to be how efficient electrical appliances are, and how good or bad they are for the environment.Wayne *********
@Colin ********
yes ment environment driving and text while in Bangkok and auto correct grrrWayne *********
@Colin ********
stopped now for eat, thai can not go very long without food like a car with no fuel lolColin *********
@Wayne ********
ohh a bad boy eh? Driving and using the phone...that's just as illegal in Thailand as Australia isn't it? Oops my reply is encouraging you to repeat the action 🤦♂️😂Wayne *********
Has these on things in Australia nothing new been around for years
Brandon ************
It's common in the United States and in many countries around the world. It is the expected cost of running the item. An idea of how energy efficient it is.
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