Microwave Ovens No Longer Need to Meet Energy Saving Rules
Published Date: 5/16/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The government plans to remove the energy-saving rules for microwave ovens, meaning these appliances won’t have to meet specific efficiency standards anymore. This change affects microwave makers and buyers, possibly changing how much energy microwaves use and how much you pay for electricity. The update could happen soon, so keep an eye out for new microwave options and prices!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Manufacturers Lose Efficiency Rules
The Department of Energy is proposing to rescind (remove) the energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. That means microwave makers will no longer have to meet the current efficiency requirements for those appliances.
Consumers May See Energy Changes
The Department of Energy is proposing to rescind the energy conservation standards for microwave ovens, which will eliminate efficiency requirements. This could change how much energy microwaves use and how much you pay for electricity when you run them.
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