Energy Star, efficiency program that has steered consumer choice, targeted in cuts

FILE – An Energy Star logo is displayed on a box for a freezer Jan. 21, 2025, in Evendale, Ohio. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel, File)

UPDATED: May 8, 2025 at 2:42 PM PDT

The EPA launched Energy Star with the goal of tackling environmental protection and economic growth.

Originally Published: May 8, 2025 at 2:37 PM PDT

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The Energy Star label is voluntary for products that meet certain efficiency levels. Trump targeted Energy Star during his first term, but faced backlash.