# Acquisition Regulation; Energy-Efficient Computer Equipment
> **Rule** · Final rule. · Published 1996-04-02 · Effective 1996-04-17 · 61 FR 14506
## Document
- **Document number:** 96-7749
- **Category:** other
- **Federal Register citation:** 61 FR 14506
- **CFR reference:** 48 CFR 1523
- **Publication date:** 1996-04-02
- **Effective date:** 1996-04-17
- **EPA docket:** FRL-5448-6
## Abstract

This document adds coverage to the EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR) on energy-efficient computer equipment. This final rule is necessary for ensuring that all purchases of microcomputers, including personal computers, monitors, and printers meet ``EPA Energy Star'' requirements for energy efficiency, unless exempted.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1996/04/02/96-7749/acquisition-regulation-energy-efficient-computer-equipment)
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