GEMS (Greenhouse + Energy Minimum Standards)
Regulated products must meet energy efficiency MEPS + display label.
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Who must comply
Suppliers + importers of regulated products.
What triggers it
Supply of regulated product.
When due
Pre-supply registration + ongoing compliance.
Evidence required
GEMS registration + product testing + label affixing.
Max penalty
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Summary
Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Act 2012 + Determinations. Products including appliances + commercial equipment must meet MEPS + display ERL where required. Energy Rating Label (ERL) + Zoned Energy Rating Label (ZERL).
Enforced by
Topics
energyconsumer-protection
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Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with GEMS (Greenhouse + Energy Minimum Standards)?
- Suppliers + importers of regulated products.
- What triggers GEMS (Greenhouse + Energy Minimum Standards)?
- Supply of regulated product.
- When is GEMS (Greenhouse + Energy Minimum Standards) due?
- Pre-supply registration + ongoing compliance.
- What evidence is required for GEMS (Greenhouse + Energy Minimum Standards)?
- GEMS registration + product testing + label affixing.
Source: https://www.energyrating.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.