Donald Trump takes aim at more water and energy efficiency standards

The Trump administration is rolling back decades of energy efficiency regulations, including water usage standards for appliances like dishwashers and washing machines, showers, faucets, toilets, and urinals. This move also includes considering ending the Energy Star certification program, which helps consumers choose energy-efficient products. Critics argue that such changes could raise costs for consumers, while the White House emphasizes that these regulations burden taxpayers. Congress has enacted these laws to protect consumer choices, but the president retains the power to alter or repeal them without explicit authority.