New energy efficiency standards have big benefits for Washington
New appliance efficiency standards will save Washington 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 Washington?
Cost savings and pollution reduction in Washington:
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.
Senator: Stand up for energy efficiency
Please oppose attacks on appliance efficiency standards.
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Kathryn Horvath
Zero Waste Campaign Associate, WashPIRG
As the Zero Waste Campaign Associate with WashPIRG, Kathryn is working on our Waste is Out of Fashion campaign. Kathryn lives near her family in Seattle where she enjoys exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest through skiing, kayaking and practicing her photography.
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