EPA Seeks Comments to Renew Energy Star Product Labeling Info Collection
Published Date: 8/1/2025
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Summary
The EPA wants to keep collecting info about Energy Star product labels to make sure they’re accurate and helpful. This affects companies that use the Energy Star label and helps keep energy-saving products honest. They’re asking for public feedback for 60 days before renewing the approval, which currently lasts until November 2025.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
EPA Seeks Renewal of Energy Star ICR
The EPA plans to submit an information collection request (EPA ICR Number 2078.09; OMB Control Number 2060-0528) to renew data collection for Energy Star product labeling. The current approval runs through November 30, 2025, and EPA is soliciting 60 days of public comment before sending the renewal to OMB.
Continued Oversight of Energy Star Labels
EPA will continue collecting information about Energy Star product labels to help ensure those labels stay accurate and useful for shoppers. The renewal process (ICR number 2078.09) and 60-day comment period support ongoing oversight of energy-saving product labeling.
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