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Trump admin announces plans to shut down the Energy Star program


The Trump administration just announced plans to eliminate the long-standing Energy Star program. This was started in 1992 and helps consumers purchase energy-efficient appliances.

The Trump administration has announced plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, as originally reported by The Washington Post. The long-standing public-private partnership certifies energy efficient appliances and helps consumers find tax credits for these fixtures. Data indicates that the program has helped Americans save more than $500 billion in energy costs in the past 33 years.

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