The U.S. Plans to Cut Energy Star. Could that Raise Costs for Canadians?

The U.S. plans to cut Energy Star. Could that raise costs for Canadians?

If the Energy Star program disappears in the U.S., it could affect the labels Canadians rely on to know what products will help them save on energy bills. While there is a Canadian label administered by Ottawa, it's not clear how it will operate without the U.S. program.

EPA drops ESPM: prepare for the worst

Many of you have likely seen recent news reports from early May 2025 indicating that the ENERGY STAR program is facing elimination as part of a broader EPA reorganization. The reports are confirmed. This is a critical issue we need to address, particularly because the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager (ESPM)—a tool integral to our operations—falls […] The post EPA drops ESPM: prepare for the worst appeared first on Yield PRO.

The Trump Administration Confirms It Wants to Privatize Energy Star

The Trump administration wants to privatize the popular Energy Star program, which sets government standards for energy-efficient appliances, Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin confirmed Tuesday. “This program is an example of one that can be run outside of government,” Zeldin told House members during a budget hearing. “I’ve actually had multiple entities reach out to EPA over the course of the last few weeks, because they…