New energy efficiency standards have big benefits for Texas

New appliance efficiency standards will save Texas consumers and businesses money and reduce pollution

Standards for household appliances and other products ensure that all new models available for sale meet a minimum efficiency threshold. Covered products range from refrigerators and water heaters to commercial air conditioners and electric motors.

The U.S. Department of Energy has set new or updated standards for about two dozen products during the Biden administration. What benefits will that bring Texas?

Cost savings and pollution reduction in Texas:

Infographic showing cost savings and pollution benefits of new appliance efficiency standards

Cost savings and pollution benefits of new appliance efficiency standards

Photo by Staff | TPIN

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Figures are based on average impacts over the next two decades.
Learn more from the Appliance Standards Awareness Project.


Take action to support energy efficiency 

Unfortunately, some polluters and their allies are proposing to undo energy efficiency standards for appliances that save energy, save money and save lives. Urge your U.S. senators to oppose these attacks.

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Faye Park

Executive Vice President; President, PIRG

As president of PIRG, Faye is a leading voice for consumer protection and public health in the United States. She has been quoted in major news outlets, including CBS News and the Washington Post, about issues ranging from getting toxic chemicals out of children’s products to protecting Americans from predatory lending practices. Faye also serves as the executive vice president for The Public Interest Network, which PIRG founded. Faye began her public interest career as a student volunteer with MASSPIRG Students at Williams College. After graduating in 1992, she began working with the Student PIRGs in California as a campus organizer and organizing director, working on campaigns to help students register to vote and to promote recycling. She lives in Denver with her family.