Trump admin could undermine energy efficiency with dubious new analysis

Energy-efficiency standards can make it more expensive to construct new buildings, but they save money for residents in the long run. In a new analysis, the Trump administration ignored the second half of that equation — a move that energy experts fear could undermine efficiency efforts nationwide.

First covered Jul 7, 2026 · 12:30 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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81d Canary Media Trump admin could undermine energy efficiency with dubious new analysis — Energy-efficiency standards can make it more expensive to construct new buildings, but they save money for residents in the long run.

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