Department Of Energy Names Bosch

Bosch has been named the 2009 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for Appliances by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The award recognizes Bosch for its outstanding contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by manufacturing energy-efficient appliances and helping to educate consumers about those products.

Did you know that Bosch is the only U.S. manufacturer to have the ENERGY STAR qualification on all its product models in every major appliance category the program rates? This is quite a statistic. In fact, Bosch offers a combination of eco-friendly product features that distinguish the brand as a high-efficiency champion. Additionally, projects like the Green Resource Center, highlights the brand's green appliances and informational tools for consumers and builders.

The 2009 Partner of the Year Awards are given to manufacturers and retailers that successfully promote and deliver ENERGY STAR qualified products, saving consumers money and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Award winners are selected from more than 12,000 organizations that participate in the ENERGY STAR program.