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## ABB Publishes Energy Consumption Specification for Industrial Robots
ABB Robotics, in collaboration with the Swedish Standards Institute and numerous industry partners from 11 countries, is working to develop a global and standardized method for evaluating robot efficiency. This collaboration aims to measure the energy consumption of industrial robots with the first ISO Technical Specification.
The new specification is planned for completion in August 2026. This standard will enable users to see the energy consumption of robots transparently and comparably, helping them make more informed purchasing decisions and contributing to the reduction of the industry's carbon footprint.
According to data from the International Federation of Robotics, more than four million industrial robots are in operation worldwide. According to ABB Robotics, reducing the environmental impact of these systems is critically important as companies aim to reduce their emissions from energy consumption in line with the Paris Agreement.
Gianluca Brotto, Sustainability Manager at ABB Robotics, stated: "Currently, the lack of a global standard makes it difficult for customers to compare the energy consumption of different robots and choose the most efficient solution. While there are clear standards for measuring the energy efficiency of other products like refrigerators, televisions, washing machines, and motors, no such standard exists for measuring the energy consumption of robots. This initiative will empower customers to make informed choices and help reduce the industry's carbon footprint."
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These developments indicate significant steps are being taken in the areas of energy efficiency and sustainability for industrial robots.
