DOE Backs Off Tough Dehumidifier Energy Standards—Relief for Humid Homes
Published Date: 5/16/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Department of Energy is rolling back new energy rules for most dehumidifiers, except whole-home ones, and going back to the older, simpler standards from 2012. This change affects manufacturers by easing energy-saving requirements, which could impact product costs and availability soon. If you make or buy dehumidifiers, keep an eye out for updates as these rules shift!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Rollback of Dehumidifier Efficiency Rules
The Department of Energy proposes to rescind the amended energy conservation standards for non-whole-home dehumidifiers and return the standards to the 2012 levels that apply to units manufactured on or after October 1, 2012. The returned standards are: 1.35 liters/kWh for up to 35.00 pints/day; 1.50 liters/kWh for 35.01–45.00 pints/day; 1.60 liters/kWh for 45.01–54.00 pints/day; 1.70 liters/kWh for 54.01–75.00 pints/day; and 2.5 liters/kWh for greater than 75.00 pints/day.
Possible Effects on Dehumidifier Buyers
By rescinding the newer standards and reverting to the 2012 efficiency levels for non-whole-home dehumidifiers, the proposal may affect people who buy dehumidifiers through changes in product availability or prices as manufacturers adjust to the eased requirements. The change specifically excludes whole-home dehumidifiers and refers to units manufactured on or after October 1, 2012.
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