2025-05-20 Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers; Final rule; withdrawal
Summary
The federal government has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have set new energy efficiency standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers used in stores and restaurants. By withdrawing this rule, the government is canceling the efficiency requirements it had been developing since 2017, meaning businesses will not be required to meet these new standards.
Key Points
- 1A proposed rule to make commercial refrigeration equipment more energy efficient has been withdrawn and will not go into effect
- 2The rule would have affected grocery stores, restaurants, and other businesses that use commercial refrigerators and freezers
- 3Without this rule, manufacturers are not required to meet the new energy-saving standards that were being developed
- 4This withdrawal means existing refrigeration equipment standards remain in effect instead of being replaced with stricter requirements
- 5Businesses will not need to invest in more efficient refrigeration equipment to comply with this particular federal requirement
Impact Assessment
If you are a small business owner or restaurant operator, this means you will not be required to upgrade to more energy-efficient commercial refrigeration equipment, allowing you to continue operating existing units without meeting new federal efficiency standards.
National
None
Key Dates
May 20, 2025
Regulatory Connections
2025-03-07 Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers; Final rule; delay of effective date
2025-01-21 Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers; Final rule
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