What is ENERGY STAR and does it matter?
U.S. taxpayers have spent millions of dollars to create and run ENERGY STAR. What have we gotten in return?
Green living
Healthier communities, healthier homes, healthier families, healthier living.
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Ideas for Earth Day this year
Guide to organizing a kid’s clothing swap
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Energy Conservation & Efficiency
2.3 million families used efficiency tax credit to reduce energy costs in 2023
Waste less, celebrate more: Tips for a zero waste holiday
Members of Congress urge consumer safety agency to move swiftly to protect Americans from gas stove pollution
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Truth in recycling
Guide to planting a pollinator-friendly garden
The high cost of fast fashion
Lawn care goes electric
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What is e-waste?
Electronic waste, or "e-waste," such as discarded smartphones, laptops, TVs and other devices can harm our environment and our health.
Heat pumps 101: Efficiently heat and cool your home while saving money
Over 300 people participated in a webinar to learn more about heat pumps and how to find the one that works best for any home.
‘You have the power’ webinar details how to electrify homes with new tax credits
Experts share how new federal policies can save Americans money, reduce pollution
Gas stoves and your health: What you need to know to keep your family safe, healthy
The kitchen appliance has been all over the news since CPSC Commissioner Richard Trumka, Jr. discussed the cons of these appliances
Consumer safety official sets his sights on gas stove pollution
At a webinar hosted by PIRG, CPSC Commissioner Richard Trumka talked about the agencies work to address the risks of gas stove pollution.