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    Burn Wise EPA

    US EPA

    EPA's voluntary program identifying cleaner-burning wood stoves, fireplaces, and boilers

    The Burn Wise EPA costs $0 USD. Renewal costs $0 USD.

    For Buildings
    Environmental
    Health
    Energy
    Climate

    Key Strengths

    • Backed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a trusted federal authority
    • Covers multiple appliance types: woodstoves, fireplaces, and hydronic heaters
    • Helps consumers identify cleaner-burning appliances via visible hang tags
    • Supports compliance with PM2.5 National Ambient Air Quality Standards
    • Free voluntary program with no application fees for manufacturers

    Ideal For

    Best suited for wood-burning appliance manufacturers seeking to demonstrate their products meet EPA voluntary emission standards. Also valuable for retailers, distributors, and consumers looking to identify cleaner-burning wood heaters such as woodstoves, fireplaces, and outdoor wood boilers.

    Target Audiences

    Product Manufacturers
    Consumers
    Businesses
    Home builders

    Industries

    Construction
    Energy

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    US Environmental Protection Agency

    Building Scope

    Performance
    Alignment with External Standard

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Credential

    Regions
    United States
    Languages

    English

    Established

    2007

    Cost Breakdown

    Registration / Initial$0
    Renewal$0
    First-year total$0

    How to Display This Recognition

    Public Seal/Badge
    Online Registry

    Sources & Citations

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    Program WebsiteUS EPA

    Last verified Mar 11, 2026