Singapore’s MEPS for Commercial Storage Refrigerators: Boosting Efficiency
Singapore’s Mandatory Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for commercial storage refrigerators, effective from 1st Apr 2025, is a key initiative by the National Environment Agency (NEA) to promote energy efficiency and sustainability. This program sets minimum energy performance requirements for appliances sold in Singapore, targeting high-energy-use sectors like food and beverage, retail, and hospitality, ensuring that businesses adopt greener technologies while cutting operational costs.
Implementation of MEPS
From 1st Apr 2025, all commercial storage refrigerators must meet MEPS standards to be sold in Singapore. Suppliers must register with the NEA, submit test reports, and affix an Energy Label on the equipment showing efficiency ratings. This builds on the Mandatory Energy Labelling Scheme (MELS), ensuring businesses have access to energy-efficient models that reduce electricity consumption.
Benefits for Businesses and the Environment
The introduction of MEPS for commercial storage refrigerators is poised to deliver significant benefits for businesses and the environment alike. By mandating the use of energy-efficient models, businesses can expect reduced electricity consumption, leading to lower operational costs. For instance, energy-efficient commercial storage refrigerators consume less power, which directly translates to cost savings on utility bills - a critical factor for businesses operating in Singapore’s competitive market.
From an environmental perspective, the adoption of MEPS-compliant refrigerators contributes to Singapore’s climate change mitigation efforts. The commercial sector is a significant consumer of energy, and improving the efficiency of appliances like storage refrigerators can substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions to enhance Singapore’s net-zero goals. Moreover, the MEPS initiative encourages innovation among suppliers and manufacturers to develop advanced, energy-efficient technologies.
Supporting Businesses in the Transition
To facilitate compliance, NEA requires suppliers to register on the ELS Online Portal to submit necessary documentation, ensuring a streamlined process for market entry. Businesses are also encouraged to look for the Energy Label when purchasing commercial storage refrigerators, as it provides clear information on energy efficiency and estimated annual energy costs. This empowers companies to make choices that align with both cost-saving and sustainability goals.
Moving Forward
MEPS for commercial storage refrigerators is a vital step toward a sustainable future, helping businesses cut costs and contribute to Singapore’s climate goals. For details, visit the NEA website or contact NEA_energylabel@nea.gov.sg.
Many of Williams’ equipment models already have test reports ready for Singapore MEPS. If you are interested in importing and registering our equipment with the NEA, please contact us at sales@williams-hongkong.com.