A. Region
Regional labels capture the differences in the shipping and end-of-life impacts for each region (US, EU, UK) in which the product is sold. The regional labels also showcase how the energy usage may vary across the markets and reports the water usage in units specific to the market (gallons per day or liters per day) for equipment.
B. Impact Numbers
These values are graded on a scale of 1-10, with 1 indicating the lowest environmental impact and 10 indicating the highest environmental impact. Detailed scoring explanations for each category are outlined in the verification guide
C. Renewable Energy Use
This category is either yes or no.
D. Consumption Numbers
These values represent actual daily consumption and apply only to equipment.
E. Environmental Impact Factor
The sum total of all values. A lower number indicates a lower overall environmental impact.
F. Valid Date
ACT labels are valid for two years from the date of issue.