Trump DOE proposes sweeping changes to appliance efficiency standards process

The Department of Energy on Thursday proposed modifications to its Process Rule that would significantly slow future appliance efficiency standard updates, drawing criticism from consumer advocates who say the changes would prevent money-sa

First covered Jul 2, 2026 · 7:05 AM PT · 2 articles

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7h Heatmap News Trump Is Trying to Strangle Money-Saving Standards for Appliances — The Department of Energy proposed sweeping changes to its rules for updating efficiency standards for household appliances on Thursday. If finalized, they…

13h Utility Dive DOE wants to ‘permanently end’ appliance efficiency requirements — A proposed rule would create an “obstacle course of restrictions” bogging down the Department of Energy’s appliance efficiency program, a consumer advocate…

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