Energy savings assessment for digital-to-analog converter boxes

► We examined energy efficiency policies on digital-to-analog converter boxes in US. ► The government assistance program resulted in high participation. ► 35 million coupons were redeemed for the purchases of energy efficient DTAs. ► Between 2500 and 3700 GWh per year are saved as a result of the policies. ► Savings are equivalent to the annual electricity use of 280,000 average US homes.