EEREProposed Rule

2025-05-16 Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Faucets; Notice of proposed rulemakings; request for comments

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Summary

The federal government is proposing new water-saving standards for household and commercial faucets to reduce water waste and lower utility bills. The Department of Energy is asking the public for feedback on these proposed standards before finalizing them.

Key Points

  • 1The rule would set maximum water flow rates for faucets to reduce water consumption without sacrificing performance
  • 2Lower water usage would help households and businesses save money on water and heating costs
  • 3The public can submit comments about the proposed standards until July 16, 2025
  • 4These standards would apply to kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets, and commercial faucets sold in the United States
  • 5The regulation aims to balance water conservation with practical functionality for everyday use

Key Dates

Published

May 16, 2025

Comment Deadline

July 16, 2025

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