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The consumer-friendly Energy Star program survived Trump. What about other efficiency efforts?

Energy Star, the program that helps guide consumers to more energy-efficient appliances and electronics, has survived President Donald Trump’s attempt to kill it. The program had enough support in Congress that it was included in budget legislation signed by Trump this week. The president has criticized efficiency standards, claiming they limit consumer choice and add costs. But Energy Star is not the only energy efficiency program targeted by Trump. The Department of Energy has proposed rolling back or revoking 17 other minimum efficiency standards for appliances, which opponents say will cost Americans money

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