Search Results for keywords:"central air conditioners"

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  • 2025-02234 — Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedures for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9001
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Energy is delaying the start date of a new rule about testing the energy efficiency of central air conditioners and heat pumps. Originally set to take effect on January 7, 2025, the rule will now start on March 21, 2025. This delay is to allow further review following a directive from the President's office. Despite the delay, comments from the public about further postponing the rule are being sought until March 7, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Energy is taking more time before starting a new rule for testing how well air conditioners and heat pumps use energy. They are asking people to share their thoughts on whether this delay is okay or if it should be longer.

  • 2020-28880 — Energy Labeling Rule
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    Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9274
    Reading Time:about 54 minutes

    The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has updated the Energy Labeling Rule to include new labeling requirements for portable air conditioners, reflecting changes made by the Department of Energy (DOE). The FTC aims to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions by providing clear energy cost comparisons through these labels. The changes also include updated efficiency descriptors for central air conditioners to align with DOE's new standards. Although the FTC considered wider changes, they decided to explore potential shifts like electronic labeling in future proceedings.

    Simple Explanation

    The FTC has changed the rules for labels on air conditioners so people can easily see how much energy they use and compare costs, but some people think the rules might be a bit too old and complicated for today's world.