Legal Challenges Mount Against Energy Department's Appliance Efficiency Standards

The Biden administration is updating appliance efficiency standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save Americans money on utility costs. However, the natural gas industry and conservative politicians have pushed back against these standards, turning them into a flashpoint in the country's culture war. Former President Donald Trump has rolled back efficiency standards in the past, falsely claiming that newer dishwashers are less effective. Critics argue that efficiency standards limit consumer choices and allege government overreach. Despite opposition, the Department of Energy is proceeding with reviews of energy conservation standards, with the goal of reducing emissions and saving Americans billions of dollars.