In order to improve the energy efficiency of electrical equipment and products in various industries and enhance significant economic and environmental benefits, Australia and New Zealand issued the Greenhouse and Energy Low Standard Technical Regulations (GEMS) and came into effect on October 1, 2012. The new The GEMS regulations replace the previous MEPS certification (Minimum Performance Standards).

In terms of MEPS registration under GEMS regulations, compared to the past, applicants are no longer able to choose any state to register on the Australian official website. Instead, they are required to register with the Australian Regulator. At the same time, within all Australian states and jurisdictions, For all product types, GEMS regulations no longer set a single registration fee. Product types will be divided into four categories. Registration fees range from AUD 440 to AUD 780, and the registration period is 5 years.