Energy efficiency
The fastest and most affordable way to get our country’s energy use under control is to make our homes, businesses and communities more energy efficient.
Energy experts estimate that we can reduce our overall energy usage by 50 percent below current levels in the next 30 years, simply by using better technologies and eliminating waste across our economy. Reducing energy use creates big savings—for our planet, our climate and our health. More efficient energy use will clean up our air and help combat climate change. And as an added bonus, reducing energy consumption also results in lower energy bills.
The Latest on Energy efficiency
Statement: New clean car standards are a win for consumers, health
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Updates
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Groups urge Biden to ‘Finish the job’ on appliance efficiency
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Transformer efficiency rule leaves energy savings on the table
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Stove efficiency standards finalized
What You Can Do
Featured Resources
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Recording of Farewell to Fluorescents policy briefing
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Groups urge Biden administration to “Finish the job” on appliance efficiency standards
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Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department unveils long-awaited water heater efficiency standards
Proposed efficiency standards for residential water heaters promise bill savings and environmental benefits
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Biden Administration aims to improve energy efficiency
On Tuesday, the Biden Administration outlined energy and climate plans including making water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers and other appliances more energy efficient.
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Thousands speak up for more efficient washing machines
More than 9000 people urged the Department of Energy to move forward with updated efficiency standards for washing machines.