ISO 25745-2 Energy Performance of Lifts—Energy Calculation and Classification Starts Revision (AWI 2026)
Revision focus:
① Calculation model: upgraded from static calculation to dynamic simulation + measured data, accurately calculating annual energy consumption, standby energy consumption, operation energy consumption, renewable energy recovery;
② Energy efficiency classification: refined from 5 levels to 7 levels (A+++→G), A+++ level energy consumption 40% lower than current A level;
③ Energy-saving technologies: energy feedback, LED lighting, unmanned sleep, group control optimization included in mandatory evaluation, clarifying quantitative energy-saving rate indicators;
④ Scope of application: covers all categories including new elevators, old elevator transformation, home lifts, escalators;
⑤ Chinese participation: China Elevator Standardization Committee and China Elevator Association lead the revision, incorporating Chinese energy-saving technologies and standards into international standards.
After revision, global elevator energy efficiency standards greatly improved, promoting green and low-carbon transformation of the elevator industry, Chinese energy-saving elevator technology leads the world.