Energy Star Program

Trump’s Plan to End Energy Star Program Sparks Outrage

The proposed elimination of the Energy Star program by the Trump administration, cloaked under the guise of an EPA “reorganization,” is sparking widespread outrage and concern. This isn’t simply a bureaucratic reshuffling; it’s a direct attack on a program demonstrably beneficial to American households and businesses. The program’s core function—encouraging energy-efficient appliance manufacturing and consumer purchases—has resulted in substantial savings for individuals and reduced strain on the national power grid. The claim of “reorganization” rings hollow in the face of such a significant cut to a program that has, for decades, delivered tangible, positive results.

Eliminating Energy Star directly undermines the financial well-being of American families already struggling with the rising cost of living.… Continue reading

Trump Admin to Axe Energy Star Program, Raising Energy Costs for Americans

The Trump administration plans to eliminate the EPA’s climate change and climate protection partnership divisions, impacting programs like greenhouse gas reporting and methane partnerships. Simultaneously, the Energy Star program, a widely recognized energy efficiency certification, faces closure despite bipartisan support and significant consumer benefits. These actions, part of broader EPA restructuring, contradict stated goals of reducing household energy costs and represent a major setback for climate change mitigation efforts. The elimination of these programs could significantly impact the measurement and regulation of US fossil fuel emissions. The EPA’s justification centers on internal organizational improvements, while critics cite the significant financial and environmental consequences of these proposed changes.

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