EEREProposed Rule
2025-05-16 Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedures for Small Electric Motors; Proposed rulemaking; request for comments
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Summary
The federal government is proposing new testing procedures to measure how efficiently small electric motors use energy. These standards help manufacturers make better motors and allow consumers to compare energy use when buying products like fans, pumps, and air compressors.
Key Points
- 1The Department of Energy is updating how small electric motors are tested to measure their energy efficiency
- 2New test procedures will provide more accurate information about how much electricity different motors consume
- 3The changes will affect manufacturers who make small motors and eventually benefit consumers through better product information and potentially lower electricity bills
- 4Public comment period runs until July 16, 2025, allowing businesses, environmental groups, and consumers to provide feedback
- 5Updated testing standards help the government set minimum efficiency requirements and help shoppers make informed purchasing decisions
Key Dates
Published
May 16, 2025
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