WASHINGTON (Reuters) – President Donald Trump’s administration on Friday said it will delay implementing energy and water efficiency mandates for common appliances including central air conditioners, washing machines and toilets, saying the move would give consumers more choice.
The Department of Energy said it will postpone seven home appliance efficiency mandates set under former President Joe Biden. The Environmental Protection Agency said it would overhaul its “water sense” efficiency standard labels for shower heads and toilets.
The heads of both agencies said the moves would reduce prices for consumers.
“Today’s announcement will foster consumer choice and lower prices – it is a win for all Americans,” said Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
(Reporting by Ryan Patrick Jones and Ismail Shakil; Editing by David Gregorio)
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