The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a direct final rule to establish new and amended energy conservation standards for electric motors in the Federal Register on June 1, 2023. DOE has determined that the comments received in response to the direct final rule do not provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule. Therefore, DOE has published a document confirming the effective and compliance date of those standards.

• The effective date of September 29, 2023, for the direct final rule published June 1, 2023 (88 FR 36066) is confirmed.
• Compliance with the new standards established in the direct final rule is required on and after June 1, 2027.

Find product information for Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps (CAC/HPs). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI), which seeks a waiver for specified basic models of CAC/HPs from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of CAC/HPs. According to JCI, testing its CAC/HP basic models that use variable-speed, oil-injected scroll compressors with only a 20-hour break-in period produces results unrepresentative of their true energy consumption characteristics, and would provide materially inaccurate comparative data. JCI requested that in lieu of the 20-hour break-in limit, it be permitted to test the specified CAC/HP basic models with a 72-hour break-in period. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires JCI to test and rate the specified CAC/HP basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning JCI’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure so as to inform DOE’s final decision on JCI’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this notice until November 20, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-WAV-0018, by email (JohnsonControlsCACHP2023WAV0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov). Include the case number [Case No. 2023-005] in the subject line of the message.
• Visit the waiver page for more information. 
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a direct final rule to establish new and amended energy conservation standards for electric motors in the Federal Register on June 1, 2023. DOE has determined that the comments received in response to the direct final rule do not provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule. Therefore, DOE has issued a pre-publication document confirming the effective and compliance date of those standards.

• The effective date of September 29, 2023, for the direct final rule published June 1, 2023 (88 FR 36066) is confirmed.
• Compliance with the new standards established in the direct final rule is required on and after June 1, 2027.

Find product information for Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps (CAC/HPs). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI), which seeks a waiver for specified basic models of CAC/HPs from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of CAC/HPs. According to JCI, testing its CAC/HP basic models that use variable-speed, oil-injected scroll compressors with only a 20-hour break-in period produces results unrepresentative of their true energy consumption characteristics, and would provide materially inaccurate comparative data. JCI requested that in lieu of the 20-hour break-in limit, it be permitted to test the specified CAC/HP basic models with a 72-hour break-in period. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires JCI to test and rate the specified CAC/HP basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning JCI’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure so as to inform DOE’s final decision on JCI’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this notice until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-WAV-0018, by email (JohnsonControlsCACHP2023WAV0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov). Include the case number [Case No. 2023-005] in the subject line of the message.
• Visit the waiver page for more information. 
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On September 5, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) proposing to amend energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. As discussed in the NOPR and technical support document for the NOPR, DOE considered publicly available unit cooler performance information from the compliance certification database and manufacturer literature in support of the NOPR engineering analysis. Upon request, DOE has posted the compiled publicly available unit cooler performance information and corresponding engineering calculations to the docket for this rulemaking in spreadsheet format to facilitate review.

The unit cooler performance database is available in docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0009.

DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until November 6, 2023.

Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0009, by email (WICF2017STD0009@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers (CRE). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer equipment and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including CRE. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR), DOE proposes new and amended standards for CRE, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until December 11, 2023.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0007, by email (CRE2017STD0007@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public meeting and webinar on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in Washington, DC.
• The public meeting will be held at the U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• To attend in-person please email appliance_standards_public_meetings@ee.doe.gov
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this meeting or webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial water heating (CWH).The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for CWH equipment.

• The effective date of this rule is December 5, 2023.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for CWH equipment in this final rule is required on and after October 6, 2026.

Find product information for Commercial Water Heating Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notification of proposed determination (NOPD), DOE has initially determined that it could not conclude that amended standards would be cost effective, and thus, is not proposing to amend its standards for these products. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until December 5, 2023.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0029, by email (ConsumerFurnFan2021STD0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public webinar upon request. Please request a public webinar no later than October 20, 2023.
• Find product information for Consumer Furnace Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for metal halide lamp fixtures (MHLFs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including (MHLFs). EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notification of proposed determination (NOPD), DOE has initially determined that amended standards for MHLFs would not be cost effective. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until December 4, 2023.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT– STD–0023, by email (MHLF2022STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public webinar upon request. Please request a public webinar no later than October 17, 2023. 
• Find product information for Metal Halide Lamp Fixtures including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

In an exercise of its enforcement discretion, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will not impose civil penalties on a clothes washer or commercial clothes washer manufacturer for certifying compliance with DOE’s energy conservation standards based on testing that exceeds the maximum test cloth run provision set forth in the DOE test procedure for clothes washers and commercial clothes washers in appendices J (§ 2.7), and J2 (§ 2.7) of 10 C.F.R. part 430. Likewise, DOE will not impose civil penalties on a clothes dryer manufacturer for certifying compliance with DOE’s energy conservation standards based on testing that exceeds the maximum test cloth run provision set forth in the DOE test procedure for clothes dryers in appendices D1 (§ 2.6.1(c)) and D2 (§§ 2.6.1(c) and
2.6.2) of 10 C.F.R. part 430. Instead, clothes washer and commercial clothes washer manufacturers may use a single test cloth for up to 120 test runs, and clothes dryer manufacturers may use a single test cloth for up to 50 test runs. DOE also may use test cloths in the same manner for assessment and enforcement tests.

• The enforcement policy statement is available on DOE’s General Counsel website

Find additional information about Residential Clothes Washers and Clothes Dryers including current standards and test procedures and information pertaining to ongoing rulemaking.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

In an exercise of its enforcement discretion, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will not impose civil penalties on a clothes washer or commercial clothes washer manufacturer for certifying compliance with DOE’s energy conservation standards based on testing that exceeds the maximum test cloth run provision set forth in the DOE test procedure for clothes washers and commercial clothes washers in appendices J (§ 2.7), and J2 (§ 2.7) of 10 C.F.R. part 430. Likewise, DOE will not impose civil penalties on a clothes dryer manufacturer for certifying compliance with DOE’s energy conservation standards based on testing that exceeds the maximum test cloth run provision set forth in the DOE test procedure for clothes dryers in appendices D1 (§ 2.6.1(c)) and D2 (§§ 2.6.1(c) and
2.6.2) of 10 C.F.R. part 430. Instead, clothes washer and commercial clothes washer manufacturers may use a single test cloth for up to 120 test runs, and clothes dryer manufacturers may use a single test cloth for up to 50 test runs. DOE also may use test cloths in the same manner for assessment and enforcement tests.

• The enforcement policy statement is available on DOE’s General Counsel website

Find additional information about Residential Clothes Washers and Clothes Dryers including current standards and test procedures and information pertaining to ongoing rulemaking.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers (CRE). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer equipment and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including CRE. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR), DOE proposes new and amended standards for CRE, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0007, by email (CRE2017STD0007@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public meeting and webinar on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in Washington, DC.
• The public meeting will be held at the U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• To attend in-person please email appliance_standards_public_meetings@ee.doe.gov
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this meeting or webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notification of proposed determination (NOPD), DOE has initially determined that it could not conclude that amended standards would be cost effective, and thus, is not proposing to amend its standards for these products. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0029, by email (ConsumerFurnFan2021STD0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public webinar upon request. Please request a public webinar no later than 14 days after the notice has published in the Federal Register.

Find product information for Consumer Furnace Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to determine periodically whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home gas furnaces. DOE has determined that the amended standards for the subject products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on November 13, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication.
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for the subject consumer furnaces in this final rule is required on and after 5 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for metal halide lamp fixtures (MHLFs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including (MHLFs). EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this notification of proposed determination (NOPD), DOE has initially determined that amended standards for MHLFs would not be cost effective. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT– STD–0023, by email (MHLF2022STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public webinar upon request. Please request a public webinar no later than 14 days after the notice has published in the Federal Register.
• Find product information for Metal Halide Lamp Fixtures including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for dedicated purpose pool pumps motors. When DOE is considering adopting standards, the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires that the standards be designed to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency, which DOE determines is technologically feasible and economically justified. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for dedicated purpose pool pump motors. It has determined that the new standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is  November 27, 2023
• Compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower < 0.5 THP in this final rule is required on and after September 29, 2025. 
• Compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower ≥0.5 THP and <1.15 THP in this final rule is required on and after  September 28, 2027. 
• Finally, compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower ≥1.15 THP and ≤5 THP in this final rule is required on and after September 29, 2025.
• The incorporation of refence of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on November 27 2023.
• Find product information for Dedicated Purpose Pool Pump Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

In an exercise of its enforcement discretion, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announces a delayed enforcement model for manufacturers making voluntary representations of certain categories of electric motors subject to the amended test procedure published on October 19, 2022

• The enforcement policy statement is available on DOE’s General Counsel website
• Find additional information about electric motors, including current standards and test procedures and information pertaining to ongoing rulemaking.

This  is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for commercial refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers (CRE) to reference the latest versions of the applicable industry standards. DOE also establishes definitions and test procedures for new equipment categories, adopts test procedures consistent with recently published waivers and interim waivers, establishes product-specific enforcement provisions, allows for volume determinations based on computer-aided designs, specifies a sampling plan for volume and total display area, and adopts additional clarifying amendments.

• The effective date of this rule is October 26, 2023.
• The amendments will be mandatory for equipment testing starting September 20, 2024.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on October 26, 2023.
• Find product information for Commercial Refrigeration Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On May 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR), in which DOE proposed new and amended energy conservation standards for automatic commercial ice makers. DOE has published a Federal Register notification of data availability (NODA), updating its analysis for automatic commercial ice makers based on information DOE received related to harvest rate cutoffs in response to DOE's May 11, 2023 NOPR. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the updated analysis.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NODA no later than October 25, 2023.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD–0022, by email (ACIM2017STD0022@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Automatic Commercial Ice Makers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On September 5, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR), in which DOE proposed amended energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. In this pre-publication Federal Register notification, DOE is summarizing and addressing comments that were considered but not discussed in the September 2023 NOPR.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding the September 2023 NOPR as supplemented by this notice of data availability no later than November 6, 2023.

• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0009, by email (WICF2017STD0009@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

New Coalition Builds on Momentum from 2023 Critical Materials Assessment and Corresponding List, Announces Intent to Invest Up to $10M for Critical Materials Accelerator Program 

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched a first-of-its-kind Critical Materials Collaborative (CMC) and announced its intent to fund up to $10 million to establish a Critical Materials Accelerator Program. The vision of the CMC is to integrate critical materials applied research, development and demonstration (RD&D) across DOE and the federal government, to accelerate the development of domestic critical material supply chains for the nation. The CMC will operationalize coordination and collaboration, while creating a value-add for RD&D performers by expanding their access to world-class expertise, capabilities, and facilities.  

“The Critical Materials Collaborative is an innovative new mode of connection that will align our nation’s efforts to shore up critical materials by accelerating the commercialization of crosscutting, applied RD&D to grow the innovation ecosystem,” said Jeff Marootian, principal deputy assistant secretary for energy efficiency and renewable energy (EERE). “By working across DOE, government, industry, and academia, we will be able to maximize the impact of these investments to move the needle on the clean energy transition.” 

The CMC convenes DOE investments across the entire innovation pipeline, from the Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office's (AMMTO) Critical Materials Innovation (CMI) Hub, to AMMTO’s Critical Materials Accelerator Program, to the Fossil Energy and Carbon Management’s (FECM) Critical Materials FOA announced earlier this month. These investments represent the first of many DOE programs to be coordinated through the CMC.  

AMMTO recently renewed the Critical Materials Institute for a third five-year phase under the new Critical Materials Innovation (CMI) Hub name, with a refreshed mission to accelerate the development of critical material technologies and enhance the innovation pipeline for U.S. supply chains by accelerating research, educating a diverse workforce, and creating de-risked, commercial-ready technologies in partnership with American industry. The CMI Hub will establish a new project portfolio around four research focus areas: Enhancing and Diversifying Supply; Developing Substitutes; Building a Circular Economy; and Crosscutting Research. The CMI Hub will also play a key role in the CMC by serving as an innovation engine and convener for shared ideas and best practices. 

Coinciding with the CMC launch, AMMTO today announced a notice of intent to fund up to $10 million to establish a Critical Materials Accelerator Program. Projects funded through the Accelerator Program will prototype and mature technologies or processes to address critical material challenges in high impact areas, including rare earth magnets for electric vehicles (EVs) and wind turbine generators. The Accelerator will advance early-stage science and technology solutions’ research coming out of the CMI Hub. The full notice of intent with all four topic areas is available on EERE’s Funding Opportunity Exchange. 

Accelerated projects then could be demonstrated at the pilot scale through opportunities such as FECM’s announcement of up to $150 million to advance cost effective and environmentally responsible processes to produce and refine critical minerals and materials here in the United States. This funding, provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will help to meet the growing demand for critical minerals and materials while reducing America’s dependence on offshore supplies, in alignment with the CMC’s mission.  

“U.S. commercial minerals processing capabilities have been on the decline for decades, while the need for critical minerals continues to grow,” said Brad Crabtree, Assistant Secretary of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management. “The Critical Materials Collaborative and related work being done across DOE, coupled with investments made through the Inflation Reduction Act, are creating the innovation ecosystem needed to get the U.S. minerals sector back on track.” 

Critical minerals and materials are key to the manufacturing of clean energy technologies—such as solar panels, wind turbines, EVs, and hydrogen fuel cells—that will further America’s mission to achieve the Biden-Harris Administration’s ambitious climate goals. The CMC will leverage the 2023 DOE Critical Materials Assessment, the latest in a series of strategy reports DOE has been releasing since 2010, to prioritize investigating substitutes, alternatives, and recycling technologies that secure a sustainable supply of critical minerals and materials. This year marked the first time DOE designated a list of critical materials necessary to secure our clean energy economy.  

The CMC is co-chaired by experts from AMMTO and FECM. Other partners include ARPA-E, EERE’s Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO), Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO), Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO), Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO), and Wind Energy Technologies Office (WETO), as well as the Office of Electricity (OE), Office of International Affairs (IA), Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC), Office of Nuclear Energy (NE), Office of Science (OS), Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), Office of Policy (OP), and Loan Programs Office (LPO). 

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers (CPBs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), DOE to, among other things, periodically consider whether amended standards for CPBs are warranted. On January 10, 2020, DOE complied with this requirement by publishing a final rule in the Federal Register that established amended standards for CPBs. The American Public Gas Association (APGA), Air-conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and Spire Inc. filed petitions for review of the final rule in the United States Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (D.C. Circuit), Fourth Circuit, and Eighth Circuit, respectively. These petitions were consolidated in the D.C. Circuit. In accordance with the D.C. Circuit’s opinion, on January 18, 2022, DOE published a supplemental response to comments on April 20, 2022. In response, APGA, AHRI, and Spire Inc. filed separate petitions for review of the final rule as supplemented. These petitions were consolidated in the D.C. Circuit. The D.C. Circuit issued its opinion on July 7, 2023, granting the petitions for review, vacating the final rule as supplemented, and remanding the proceedings to DOE. Consistent with the judgment, DOE is amending the CFR to reflect the court’s order vacating the standards for CPB.

• This action is effective on September 19, 2023. However, the opinion had legal effect on August 28, 2023.
• Find product information for Commercial Packaged Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing a public meeting of the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC). The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register.

• DOE will hold a public meeting in-person and via webinar on October 17, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The meeting will be held at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington, DC 20024.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• To attend in-person please email asrac@ee.doe.gov. 
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find more information on the ASRAC.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for commercial refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers (CRE) to reference the latest versions of the applicable industry standards. DOE also establishes definitions and test procedures for new equipment categories, adopts test procedures consistent with recently published waivers and interim waivers, establishes product-specific enforcement provisions, allows for volume determinations based on computer-aided designs, specifies a sampling plan for volume and total display area, and adopts additional clarifying amendments.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The amendments will be mandatory for equipment testing starting 360 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Commercial Refrigeration Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing a public meeting of the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC). The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register.

• DOE will hold a public meeting in-person and via webinar on October 17, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The meeting will be held at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington, DC 20024.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• To attend in-person please email asrac@ee.doe.gov. 
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find more information on the ASRAC.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial packaged boilers (CPBs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), DOE to, among other things, periodically consider whether amended standards for CPBs are warranted. On January 10, 2020, DOE complied with this requirement by publishing a final rule in the Federal Register that established amended standards for CPBs. The American Public Gas Association (APGA), Air-conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), and Spire Inc. filed petitions for review of the final rule in the United States Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (D.C. Circuit), Fourth Circuit, and Eighth Circuit, respectively. These petitions were consolidated in the D.C. Circuit. In accordance with the D.C. Circuit’s opinion, on January 18, 2022, DOE published a supplemental response to comments on April 20, 2022. In response, APGA, AHRI, and Spire Inc. filed separate petitions for review of the final rule as supplemented. These petitions were consolidated in the D.C. Circuit. The D.C. Circuit issued its opinion on July 7, 2023, granting the petitions for review, vacating the final rule as supplemented, and remanding the proceedings to DOE. Consistent with the judgment, DOE is amending the CFR to reflect the court’s order vacating the standards for CPB.

• This action will be effective once the notice has been published in the Federal Register. However, the opinion had legal effect on August 28, 2023. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Commercial Packaged Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking proposing to amend energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. Specifically, DOE proposes to amend standards for walk-in non-display doors and walk-in refrigeration systems. 

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until November 6, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0009, by email (WICF2017STD0009@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On March 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule that amended the test procedure for room air conditioners (room ACs). DOE has published a Federal Register notice correcting errors in the amended regulatory text as it appeared in the March 2021 final rule. Neither the errors nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• The effective date is August 30, 2023.
• Find product information for Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer boilers. DOE previously proposed amended standards for consumer boilers in a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) published in the Federal Register on August 14, 2023, which also announced a public meeting via webinar to receive input on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. On August 15, 2023, DOE received a letter from the Air- Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) asking DOE to extend the NOPR comment period by 30 days and also to hold an in-person public meeting regarding the NOPR. In this document, DOE grants AHRI’s request for an in-person meeting and announces that the public meeting will now be held in person, in addition to being broadcast as a webinar. DOE is denying AHRI’s request for a comment period extension for the reasons explained in this document.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 13, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT– STD-0036, by email (ConsumerBoilers2019STD0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public meeting in-person and via webinar on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• The meeting will be held at 1000 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1400, Arlington, VA 22209
• To attend in-person please email appliance_standards_public_meetings@ee.doe.gov. Please note advance registration is required and capacity in the meeting room will be limited.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a direct final rule to establish new energy conservation standards for air cleaners in the Federal Register on April 11, 2023. DOE has determined that the comments received in response to the direct final rule do not provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule. Therefore, DOE is issuing this pre-publication Federal Register document confirming adoption of the energy conservation standards established in the direct final rule and announcing the effective date of those standards.

• The effective date of August 9, 2023, for the direct final rule published April 11, 2023 (88 FR 21752) is confirmed. Compliance with the new standards established in the direct final rule will be required on December 31, 2023.

Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to determine periodically whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home gas furnaces. DOE has determined that the amended standards for the subject products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on November 13, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication.

The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Compliance with the amended standards established for the subject consumer furnaces in this final rule is required on and after 5 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer boilers. DOE previously proposed amended standards for consumer boilers in a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) published in the Federal Register on August 14, 2023, which also announced a public meeting via webinar to receive input on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results. On August 15, 2023, DOE received a letter from the Air- Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) asking DOE to extend the NOPR comment period by 30 days and also to hold an in-person public meeting regarding the NOPR. In this document, DOE grants AHRI’s request for an in-person meeting and announces that the public meeting will now be held in person, in addition to being broadcast as a webinar. DOE is denying AHRI’s request for a comment period extension for the reasons explained in this document.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 13, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT– STD-0036, by email (ConsumerBoilers2019STD0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a public meeting in-person and via webinar on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• The meeting will be held at 1000 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1400, Arlington, VA 22209
• To attend in-person please email appliance_standards_public_meetings@ee.doe.gov. Please note advance registration is required and capacity in the meeting room will be limited.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On March 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule that amended the test procedure for room air conditioners (room ACs). DOE has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice correcting errors in the amended regulatory text as it appeared in the March 2021 final rule. Neither the errors nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This correction notice is effective once the once notice has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On May 4, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule adopting test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. DOE has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice correcting errors and omissions in that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This correction notice is effective once the once notice has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Walk-In Coolers and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On May 1, 2023 the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule adopting procedures for fans and blowers (hereafter the “May 2023 Final Rule”). DOE has published a Federal Register notice correcting editorial and typographical errors in the May 2023 Final Rule. Neither the errors nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• The effective date is August 8, 2023.

Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer boilers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more- stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer boilers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 13, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT– STD-0036, by email (ConsumerBoilers2019STD0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking proposing to amend the test procedures for air-cooled commercial package air conditioners and heat pumps with a rated cooling capacity greater than or equal to 65,000 Btu/h, evaporatively-cooled commercial package air conditioners, and water-cooled commercial package air conditioners to incorporate by reference the latest versions of the applicable industry test standards. Specifically, DOE proposes: to amend the current test procedure for this equipment for measuring the current cooling and heating metrics – integrated energy efficiency ratio (IEER) and coefficient of performance (COP), respectively; and to establish a new test procedure for this equipment that would adopt two new metrics—integrated ventilation, economizer, and cooling (IVEC) and integrated ventilation and heating efficiency (IVHE). Additionally, DOE proposes to amend certain provisions of DOE’s regulations related to representations and enforcement for the subject equipment. 

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 16, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-TP-0014, by email (CUACHP2023TP0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, September 7, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Air Cooled, Evaporatively-Cooled, and Water-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking proposing to amend energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. Specifically, DOE proposes to amend standards for walk-in non-display doors and walk-in refrigeration systems. 

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0009, by email (WICF2017STD0009@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) 2023 Integrated Lighting Campaign (ILC) recognized 11 organizations for exemplary commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility in their buildings, and three organizations for exhibiting exemplary support and advocacy for this work. Partners were recognized on August 5 at the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) annual conference for projects that showcase how lighting system upgrades can lead to significant energy savings and create more comfortable, productive, and environmentally responsible spaces.

Now in its third year, the ILC is part of DOE’s Better Buildings Initiative and designed to demonstrate that integrated lighting systems enable deeper energy savings in buildings and create an enhanced user and occupant experience. In 2023, the ILC added new categories that highlight the potential of novel lighting technologies to contribute to energy equity, sustainability, and indoor air quality in commercial and public buildings.

“The Integrated Lighting Campaign is designed to recognize leadership in the use of advanced lighting solutions that contribute to our Nation’s energy and decarbonization goals,” said Mandy Mahoney, DOE Building Technologies Office Director. “I am inspired by these projects and partners, and the example they set for creating energy savings, energy justice, and healthier, more comfortable buildings."

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $20 million to support the installation of energy efficient distribution transformers and extended product systems that are used within equipment such as pumps, air compressors, and fans. This funding, made possible by the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will be distributed through two rebate programs, one focused on distribution transformers and another on extended product systems. The rebate programs aim to help domestic manufacturers, utilities, tribes, hospitals, schools, and other operators finance equipment upgrades, which will conserve energy and reduce costs while slashing greenhouse gas emissions across multiple sectors of the economy. Replacing aging grid infrastructure and accelerating the deployment of modern technologies is essential to deploying affordable, reliable, and clean electricity around the nation and critical to achieving the Biden-Harris Administration’s ambitious clean energy and climate goals. 

• The application portal for distribution transformer rebates is open from August 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, or until funds are exhausted. 
• The application portal for extended product systems will open in the coming weeks. 
• An informational webinar will be held on August 9, 2023. Register here.  
• Click Here for more information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On February 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR), in which DOE proposed new and amended energy conservation standards for consumer conventional cooking products. In this notification of data availability (NODA), DOE is updating its analysis for consumer conventional cooking products based on stakeholder data and information it received in response to that SNOPR. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the updated analysis.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NODA until September 1, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2014–BT–STD–0005, by email (ConventionalCookingProducts2014STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial water heating (CWH).The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for CWH equipment.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on September 11, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication.
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for CWH equipment in this final rule is required on and after 3 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Commercial Water Heating Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for dedicated purpose pool pumps motors. When DOE is considering adopting standards, the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires that the standards be designed to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency, which DOE determines is technologically feasible and economically justified. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for dedicated purpose pool pump motors. It has determined that the new standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on September 11, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication.
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower < 0.5 THP in this final rule is required on and after 2 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower ≥0.5 THP and <1.15 THP in this final rule is required on and after 4 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Finally, compliance with the new standards established for dedicated purpose pool pump motors with motor total horsepower ≥1.15 THP and ≤5 THP in this final rule is required on and after 2 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation of refence of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Dedicated Purpose Pool Pump Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer boilers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more- stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer boilers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT– STD-0036, by email (ConsumerBoilers2019STD0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer water heaters. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer water heaters, and also announces a public meeting to receive comments on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until  September 26, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD-0019, by email (ConsumerWaterHeaters2017STD0019@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Water Heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for dishwashers. In this final rule, (DOE) is adding clarifying instructions to the dishwasher test procedure regarding the allowable dosing options for each type of detergent; clarifying the existing detergent reporting requirements; and adding an enforcement provision for dishwashers to specify the detergent and dosing method that DOE would use for any enforcement testing of dishwasher models certified in accordance with the currently applicable dishwasher test procedure prior to July 17, 2023 (i.e., the date by which the dishwasher test procedure as amended by a final rule published on January 18, 2023 will be mandatory for product testing).

• The effective date of this rule is August 28, 2023.
• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting January 23, 2024.
• Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice amending its test procedure for dehumidifiers to reference the current version of an applicable industry standard; change the rating test period to be two hours; permit the use of sampling trees in conjunction with an aspirating psychrometer or relative humidity sensor; and provide additional specification for testing dehumidifiers with network capabilities. This rulemaking fulfills DOE’s obligation to review its test procedures for covered products at least once every seven years.

• The effective date of this rule is  August 25, 2023.
• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting January 22, 2024.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register  August 25, 2023. The incorporation by reference of certain other materials listed in this rule were approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of April 6, 2012 and August 31, 2015.
• Find product information for Dehumidifiers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer water heaters. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer water heaters, and also announces a public meeting to receive comments on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD-0019, by email (ConsumerWaterHeaters2017STD0019@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Water Heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for dishwashers. In this final rule, (DOE) is adding clarifying instructions to the dishwasher test procedure regarding the allowable dosing options for each type of detergent; clarifying the existing detergent reporting requirements; and adding an enforcement provision for dishwashers to specify the detergent and dosing method that DOE would use for any enforcement testing of dishwasher models certified in accordance with the currently applicable dishwasher test procedure prior to July 17, 2023 (i.e., the date by which the dishwasher test procedure as amended by a final rule published on January 18, 2023 will be mandatory for product testing).

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

On May 1, 2023 the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule adopting procedures for fans and blowers (hereafter the “May 2023 Final Rule”). DOE has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice correcting editorial and typographical errors in the May 2023 Final Rule. Neither the errors nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This correction notice will be effective once the notice has published in the Federal Register.

Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending its test procedure for dehumidifiers to reference the current version of an applicable industry standard; change the rating test period to be two hours; permit the use of sampling trees in conjunction with an aspirating psychrometer or relative humidity sensor; and provide additional specification for testing dehumidifiers with network capabilities. This rulemaking fulfills DOE’s obligation to review its test procedures for covered products at least once every seven years.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register.  DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. The incorporation by reference of certain other materials listed in this rule were approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of April 6, 2012 and August 31, 2015.
• Find product information for Dehumidifiers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule incorporating by reference the latest version of the industry testing standard for consumer water heaters and residential-duty commercial water heaters and adopts relevant portions of those standards into the Federal test procedure. In this final rule, DOE is also expanding the scope of coverage of the test procedure to apply to certain consumer water heater designs (including circulating water heaters and low-temperature water heaters), adding definitions for certain specialty water heaters, updating test conditions and tolerance requirements to reduce burden, clarifying test set-up and installation methods, addressing the test conduct for products which can store water at temperatures above the delivery setpoint, establishing an effective volume calculation, and extending untested provisions to electric instantaneous water heaters.

• The effective date of this rule is July 21, 2023.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for consumer water heater testing starting December 18, 2023 and for residential-duty commercial water heater testing June 17, 2024. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on July 21, 2023.

Find product information for Consumer Water Heaters and Residential-Duty Commercial Water Heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) and announcement of public meeting pertaining to energy conservation standards for ceiling fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA) requires the DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings.  In this NOPR, DOE proposes new and amended standards for ceiling fans, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until August 21, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0011, by email (CeilingFans2021STD0011@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and whether they would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for microwave ovens. It has determined that the amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is August 21, 2023.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for microwave ovens in this final rule is required on and after June 22, 2026.
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for portable electric spas. DOE is establishing definitions, a test procedure, and representation provisions for portable electric spas. Currently, portable electric spas are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is adopting a test procedure for measuring the standby loss for portable electric spas. The test method references the relevant industry test standard with certain additions and modifications.

• The effective date of this rule is July 13, 2023. 
• Compliance with the final rule will be mandatory for representations of fill volume and standby loss made on or after the compliance date of any energy conservation standards for portable electric spas. The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register July 13, 2023.
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) and announcement of public meeting pertaining to energy conservation standards for ceiling fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA) requires the DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings.  In this NOPR, DOE proposes new and amended standards for ceiling fans, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0011, by email (CeilingFans2021STD0011@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to test procedures for central air conditioners (CACs) and heat pumps (HPs) (collectively, "CAC/HPs”). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Samsung HVAC America LLC (Samsung), which seeks a waiver for specified basic models of CAC/HPs from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of CAC/HPs. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires Samsung to test and rate the specified CAC/HP basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning Samsung’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure to inform DOE’s final decision on Samsung’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this notice until July 5, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2023–BT–WAV-0010, by email (SamsungCAC2023WAV0010@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending the test procedures for commercial warm air furnaces (CWAFs) to incorporate the latest versions of the industry test standards that are currently incorporated by reference. DOE is also establishing a new metric, Thermal Efficiency Two (TE2), and corresponding test procedure. Use of the newly established test procedure would become mandatory at such time as compliance with amended energy conservation standards based on TE2 is required, should DOE adopt such standards. DOE also is adopting additional specifications for CWAFs with multiple flue outlets or small flue outlets.

• The effective date of this rule is July 3, 2023.
• These amendments will be mandatory for CWAF equipment testing starting May 28, 2024.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on July 3, 2023.

Find product information for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for computer room air conditioners (CRACs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment, of which computer room air conditioners (CRACs) are a category. EPCA requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for CRACs that rely on a new efficiency metric and are equivalent to those levels specified in ASHRAE Standard 90.1- 2019. DOE has determined that it lacks the clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The effective date of this rule is August 1, 2023. 
• Compliance with the amended standards established for computer room air conditioners in this final rule is required on and after May 28, 2024.
• Find product information for Computer Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 British thermal units per hour (Btu/h) and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time the relevant industry standard is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h that rely on new efficiency metrics and align with amended efficiency levels in the industry standard. For the relevant equipment classes, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The effective date of this rule is August 1, 2023.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h in this final rule is required on and after January 1, 2025.
• Find product information for Air-Cooled Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register direct final rule and has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for electric motors. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including electric motors.

In the direct final rule, DOE is adopting new and amended standards for electric motors. It has determined that the new and amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is September 29, 2023 unless adverse comment is received by September 19, 2023.

• If adverse comments are received that DOE determines may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal of the direct final rule, a timely withdrawal of this rule will be published in the Federal Register. If no such adverse comments are received, compliance with the standards established for electric motors in this direct final rule is required on and after June 1, 2027.

In the NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for electric motors identical to those set forth in a direct final rule. If DOE receives an adverse comment on the direct final rule and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule, DOE will publish a notice withdrawing the direct final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until September 19, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD-0007, by email (ElecMotors2020STD0007@ee.doe.gov) or via the Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for portable electric spas. DOE is establishing definitions, a test procedure, and representation provisions for portable electric spas. Currently, portable electric spas are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is adopting a test procedure for measuring the standby loss for portable electric spas. The test method references the relevant industry test standard with certain additions and modifications.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the final rule will be mandatory for representations of fill volume and standby loss made on or after the compliance date of any energy conservation standards for portable electric spas. The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to test procedures for central air conditioners (CACs) and heat pumps (HPs) (collectively, "CAC/HPs”). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Samsung HVAC America LLC (Samsung), which seeks a waiver for specified basic models of CAC/HPs from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of CAC/HPs. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires Samsung to test and rate the specified CAC/HP basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning Samsung’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure to inform DOE’s final decision on Samsung’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this notice until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2023–BT–WAV-0010, by email (SamsungCAC2023WAV0010@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register Final Rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for room air conditioners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including room air conditioners. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for room air conditioners. It has determined that the amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is July 25, 2023.

• Compliance with the amended standards established for room air conditioners in this final rule is required on and after May 26, 2026.

• Find product information for Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This  is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for computer room air conditioners (CRACs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment, of which computer room air conditioners (CRACs) are a category. EPCA requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for CRACs that rely on a new efficiency metric and are equivalent to those levels specified in ASHRAE Standard 90.1- 2019. DOE has determined that it lacks the clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The effective date of this rule is July 25, 2023.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for computer room air conditioners in this final rule is required on and after May 26, 2026.
• Find product information for Computer Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines (BVMs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for BVMs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until July 24, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD- 0014, by email (BVM2020STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, June, 7, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Beverage Vending Machines including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for dishwashers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for dishwashers, and requests comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until July 18, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT–STD-0039, by email (DW2019STD0039@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, June, 8, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule incorporating by reference the latest version of the industry testing standard for consumer water heaters and residential-duty commercial water heaters and adopts relevant portions of those standards into the Federal test procedure. In this final rule, DOE is also expanding the scope of coverage of the test procedure to apply to certain consumer water heater designs (including circulating water heaters and low-temperature water heaters), adding definitions for certain specialty water heaters, updating test conditions and tolerance requirements to reduce burden, clarifying test set-up and installation methods, addressing the test conduct for products which can store water at temperatures above the delivery setpoint, establishing an effective volume calculation, and extending untested provisions to electric instantaneous water heaters.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for consumer water heater testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register and for residential-duty commercial water heater testing starting 360 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Consumer Water Heaters and Residential-Duty Commercial Water Heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending the test procedures for commercial warm air furnaces (CWAFs) to incorporate the latest versions of the industry test standards that are currently incorporated by reference. DOE is also establishing a new metric, Thermal Efficiency Two (TE2), and corresponding test procedure. Use of the newly established test procedure would become mandatory at such time as compliance with amended energy conservation standards based on TE2 is required, should DOE adopt such standards. DOE also is adopting additional specifications for CWAFs with multiple flue outlets or small flue outlets.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• These amendments will be mandatory for CWAF equipment testing starting 360 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending the current test procedure for portable air conditioners (portable ACs) to incorporate a measure of variable-speed portable AC performance, generally consistent with previously granted waivers, and to make minor clarifying edits. DOE also establishes a new test procedure for portable ACs that provides more representative measures of cooling capacity and energy consumption. The new test procedure will provide the basis for development of any updated efficiency standards for portable ACs. Should DOE establish such standards, the amended test procedure would become the required test method for determining compliance.

• The effective date of this rule is June 14, 2023.
• The amendments to Appendix CC will be mandatory for product testing starting  November 13, 2023. Manufacturers will be required to use the Appendix CC until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards for portable ACs based on the newly established test procedure at Appendix CC1. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using Appendix CC1.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register June 14, 2023.

Find product information for Portable Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking proposing to amend the test procedures for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) to establish seasonal energy efficiency metrics for heating and cooling. DOE also proposes to revise the current test procedure to measure dehumidification energy use of make-up air PTACs and PTHPs. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until July 11, 2023. 
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE- 2019-BT-TP-0027, by email (PTACHP2019TP0027@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for automatic commercial ice makers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend and establish standards for automatic commercial ice makers and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until July 10, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0022, by email (ACIM2017STD0022@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, June,14, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Automatic Commercial Ice Makers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register direct final rule and a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for electric motors. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including electric motors.

In the direct final rule, DOE is adopting new and amended standards for electric motors. It has determined that the new and amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is 120 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register unless adverse comment is received by 110 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• If adverse comments are received that DOE determines may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal of the direct final rule, a timely withdrawal of this rule will be published in the Federal Register. If no such adverse comments are received, compliance with the standards established for electric motors in this direct final rule is required on and after 4 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

In the NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for electric motors identical to those set forth in a direct final rule. If DOE receives an adverse comment on the direct final rule and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawing the direct final rule, DOE will publish a notice withdrawing the direct final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 110 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD-0007, by email (ElecMotors2020STD0007@ee.doe.gov) or via the Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending the test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers to harmonize with updated industry standards, revise certain definitions, revise the test methods to more accurately represent field energy use, and to accommodate a wider range of walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer component equipment designs.

• The effective date of this rule is June 5, 2023
• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting October 31, 2023. Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedures until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedures. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedures. 

• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register starting June 5, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on January 27, 2017.
• Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Walk-in Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for dishwashers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for dishwashers, and requests comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT–STD-0039, by email (DW2019STD0039@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, June, 8, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines (BVMs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for BVMs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD- 0014, by email (BVM2020STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, June, 7, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Beverage Vending Machines including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule establishing a test procedure for fans and blowers, including air circulating fans, and incorporates by reference the relevant industry test standards for: measuring the fan electrical input power and determining the fan energy index of fans and blowers other than air-circulating fans; and measuring the fan airflow in cubic feet per minute per watt of electric power input of air- circulating fans. In this final rule, DOE also establishes supporting definitions, requirements for alternative efficiency determination methods, and sampling requirements.

• The effective date of this rule is May 31, 2023.

• All representations of energy efficiency and energy use, including those made on marketing materials and product labels, must be made in accordance with this test procedure beginning October 30, 2023. To the extent the test procedure established in this document is required only for the evaluation and issuance of newly established efficiency standards, use of the test procedure is not required until the implementation date of such new standards.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register May 31, 2023.
• Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and whether they would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for microwave ovens. It has determined that the amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on June 12, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication.
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for microwave ovens in this final rule is required on and after 3 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for automatic commercial ice makers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes to amend and establish standards for automatic commercial ice makers and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0022, by email (ACIM2017STD0022@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, June,14, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Automatic Commercial Ice Makers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and whether they would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for microwave ovens. It has determined that the amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Compliance with the amended standards established for microwave ovens in this final rule is required on and after 3 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On March 3, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) and announcement of public meeting proposing amended energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers (RCWs) and announcing a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed standards and associated analyses and results. The notice provided an opportunity for submitting written comments, data, and information by May 2, 2023. On April 15, 2023, DOE received a request from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) to extend the written comment period. DOE has reviewed this request and has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice granting a 15-day extension of the public comment period to allow comments to be submitted until May 17, 2023.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 17, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0014, by email (ConsumerClothesWasher2017STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for refrigerated bottled or canned beverage vending machines (BVMs) to reference the latest version of the industry standard, while maintaining certain provisions specified in the current DOE test procedure. DOE also provides setup instructions for non-beverage shelves, updates the lowest application product temperature definition and test instructions, specifies setup instructions for refrigeration leak mitigation controls, and removes the obsolete test procedure in appendix A.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The amendments will be mandatory for equipment testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Refrigerated Bottled or Canned Beverage Vending Machines including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking proposing to amend the test procedures for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) to establish seasonal energy efficiency metrics for heating and cooling. DOE also proposes to revise the current test procedure to measure dehumidification energy use of make-up air PTACs and PTHPs. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE- 2019-BT-TP-0027, by email (PTACHP2019TP0027@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule establishing a test procedure for fans and blowers, including air circulating fans, and incorporates by reference the relevant industry test standards for: measuring the fan electrical input power and determining the fan energy index of fans and blowers other than air-circulating fans; and measuring the fan airflow in cubic feet per minute per watt of electric power input of air- circulating fans. In this final rule, DOE also establishes supporting definitions, requirements for alternative efficiency determination methods, and sampling requirements.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• All representations of energy efficiency and energy use, including those made on marketing materials and product labels, must be made in accordance with this test procedure beginning 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. To the extent the test procedure established in this document is required only for the evaluation and issuance of newly established efficiency standards, use of the test procedure is not required until the implementation date of such new standards.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notification of petition for rulemaking pertaining to test procedures for conventional cooking products. On January 12, 2023, DOE received a petition from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) to consider amendments to the conventional cooking products test procedure to allow a calculation in place of certain testing provisions for conventional cooking tops, clarify the definition of the term specialty cooking zone, clarify the equipment used to measure electric coil heating element diameter, and stay the effectiveness of any mandatory use of the test procedure. Through this notification, DOE seeks comment on the petition, as well as any data or information that could be used in DOE's determination whether to grant the petition.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 19, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2023–BT–TP–0006, by email (CookingProductsPetition2023TP0006@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Conventional Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice correcting a final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on March 24, 2023. That document amended test procedures for commercial and industrial pumps. This document corrects a numbering and amendatory error in that final rule.

• The effective date of this rule is April 24, 2023. 

• Find product information for Commercial and Industrial Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This  is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register direct final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cleaners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), authorizes the Secretary of Energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products upon determining that: (1) classifying the product as a covered product is necessary for the purposes of EPCA; and (2) the average annual per-household energy use by products of such type is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt-hours per year (“kWh/yr”). In a final determination published on July 15, 2022, DOE determined that classifying air cleaners as a covered product is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for air cleaners is likely to exceed 100 kWh/yr. In this direct final rule, DOE is establishing standards for air cleaners. DOE has determined that standards for these products will result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is August 9, 2023, unless adverse comment is received by July 31, 2023.

• If adverse comments are received that DOE determines may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal of the direct final rule, a timely withdrawal of this rule will be published in the Federal Register. If no such adverse comments are received, compliance with the standards established for air cleaners in this direct final rule is required on and after December 31, 2023.

Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This  is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cleaners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA), authorizes the Secretary of Energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products upon determining that: classifying the product as a covered product is necessary for the purposes of EPCA; and the average annual per-household energy use by products of such type is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt-hours per year (“kWh/yr”). In a final determination published on July 15, 2022, DOE determined that classifying air cleaners as a covered product is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for air cleaners is likely to exceed 100 kWh/yr. In this NOPR, DOE proposes new standards for air cleaners identical to those set forth in a direct final rule issued today. If DOE receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal, DOE will publish a notice withdrawing the direct final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until July 31, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT–STD-0035, by email (AirCleaners2021STD0035@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending its test procedure for computer room air conditioners (CRACs). DOE is incorporating by reference the latest version of the relevant industry consensus test standard, AHRI 1360-2022. DOE is also adopting the net sensible coefficient of performance (NSenCOP) metric in its test procedures for CRACs. Additionally, DOE is amending certain provisions for representations and enforcement.

• The effective date of this rule is May 11, 2023.

• The final rule changes will be mandatory for CRAC equipment testing starting  starting April 5, 2024. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register May 11, 2023.

Find product information for Computer Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing public meetings and webinars for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. 

• Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 13th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 27th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending the test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers to harmonize with updated industry standards, revise certain definitions, revise the test methods to more accurately represent field energy use, and to accommodate a wider range of walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer component equipment designs.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedures until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedures. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedures. The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register starting 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on January 27, 2017.
• Find product information for Walk-in Coolers and Walk-in Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing public meetings and webinars for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. 

• Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 13th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 27th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information,

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending the test procedure for ceiling fan light kits (CFLKs) to update references to industry standards to their latest versions; incorporate by reference additional industry standards necessary for executing the test; allow the use of a goniophotometer; revise definitions regarding CFLKs with solid-state lighting (SSL) light sources to clarify the scope and test methods for such products; and remove an obsolete test method for CFLKs.

• The effective date of this rule is May 11, 2023. 

• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting starting October 10, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register May 11, 2023.
• Find product information for Ceiling Fan Light Kits including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing public meetings and webinars for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. 

• Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 13th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.
• Thursday, April 27th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 901 D Street SW, Suite 930, Washington DC, 20024.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards VRF multi-split systems. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment, of which variable refrigerant flow (VRF) multi-split air conditioners and VRF multi-split system heat pumps (collectively referred to as “VRF multi-split systems”) are a category. EPCA requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for VRF multi-split systems that rely on a new cooling efficiency metric and are equivalent to those levels specified in ASHRAE Standard 90.1. DOE has determined that it lacks the clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The effective date of this rule is May 30, 2023.
• Compliance with the amended standards established for VRF multi-split systems in this final rule is required on and after January 1, 2024.

Find product information for Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for miscellaneous refrigeration products. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for miscellaneous refrigeration products, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 30, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD-0039, by email (MRP2020STD0039@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notification of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for clothes washers. This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Alliance Laundry Systems (Alliance), which seeks a waiver for a specified residential clothes washer basic models from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of clothes washers. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires Alliance to test and rate the specified residential clothes washer basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning Alliance’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure to inform DOE’s final decision on Alliance’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this waiver until May 1, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT–WAV-0027, by email (AllianceLaundrySystemsCW2022WAV0027@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov). Include the case number [Case No. 2022-008] in the subject line of the message.
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for computer room air conditioners (CRACs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment, of which computer room air conditioners (CRACs) are a category. EPCA requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for CRACs that rely on a new efficiency metric and are equivalent to those levels specified in ASHRAE Standard 90.1- 2019. DOE has determined that it lacks the clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on May 14, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the final rule has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• Compliance with the amended standards established for computer room air conditioners in this final rule is required on and after 360 days after the final rule has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• Find product information for Computer Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending the test procedure for ceiling fan light kits (CFLKs) to update references to industry standards to their latest versions; incorporate by reference additional industry standards necessary for executing the test; allow the use of a goniophotometer; revise definitions regarding CFLKs with solid-state lighting (SSL) light sources to clarify the scope and test methods for such products; and remove an obsolete test method for CFLKs.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Ceiling Fan Light Kits including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending its test procedure for computer room air conditioners (CRACs). DOE is incorporating by reference the latest version of the relevant industry consensus test standard, AHRI 1360-2022. DOE is also adopting the net sensible coefficient of performance (NSenCOP) metric in its test procedures for CRACs. Additionally, DOE is amending certain provisions for representations and enforcement.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The final rule changes will be mandatory for CRAC equipment testing starting  starting 360 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Find product information for Computer Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notification of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for clothes washers. This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Alliance Laundry Systems (Alliance), which seeks a waiver for a specified residential clothes washer basic models from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of clothes washers. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires Alliance to test and rate the specified residential clothes washer basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning Alliance’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure to inform DOE’s final decision on Alliance’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this waiver until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT–WAV-0027, by email (AllianceLaundrySystemsCW2022WAV0027@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov). Include the case number [Case No. 2022-008] in the subject line of the message.
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice initiating an effort to determine whether to amend the current energy conservation standards for fluorescent lamp ballasts (FLB). Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), DOE must review these standards no later than three years after making a determination that standards for the product do not need to be amended and publish either a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) to propose new standards for FLB or a notification of determination that the existing standards do not need to be amended. DOE is soliciting the public for information to help determine whether the current standards require amending under the applicable statutory criteria. DOE welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document, including topics not specifically raised.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until April 26, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-STD-0005, by email (FLB2023STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) proposing to add clarifying instructions regarding the detergent reporting requirements and an enforcement provision for dishwashers to specify the detergent and dosing method that DOE would use for any enforcement testing of dishwasher models certified in accordance with the currently applicable dishwasher test procedure prior to July 17, 2023 (i.e., the date by which the dishwasher test procedure as amended by a final rule published on January 18, 2023 will be mandatory for product testing). DOE is also proposing to add within the amended test procedure clarifying instructions regarding the allowable dosing options for each type of detergent. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on this NOPR.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 22, 2023.
• DOE will hold a public meeting on this NOPR if one is requested by March 30, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2023–BT–TP–0007, by email (Dishwashers2023TP0007@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cleaners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA), authorizes the Secretary of Energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products upon determining that: classifying the product as a covered product is necessary for the purposes of EPCA; and the average annual per-household energy use by products of such type is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt-hours per year (“kWh/yr”). In a final determination published on July 15, 2022, DOE determined that classifying air cleaners as a covered product is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for air cleaners is likely to exceed 100 kWh/yr. In this NOPR, DOE proposes new standards for air cleaners identical to those set forth in a direct final rule issued today. If DOE receives adverse comment and determines that such comment may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal, DOE will publish a notice withdrawing the direct final rule and will proceed with this proposed rule.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 110 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT–STD-0035, by email (AirCleaners2021STD0035@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register direct final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cleaners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), authorizes the Secretary of Energy to classify additional types of consumer products as covered products upon determining that: (1) classifying the product as a covered product is necessary for the purposes of EPCA; and (2) the average annual per-household energy use by products of such type is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt-hours per year (“kWh/yr”). In a final determination published on July 15, 2022, DOE determined that classifying air cleaners as a covered product is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for air cleaners is likely to exceed 100 kWh/yr. In this direct final rule, DOE is establishing standards for air cleaners. DOE has determined that standards for these products will result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The effective date of this rule is 120 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register unless adverse comment is received by 110 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• If adverse comments are received that DOE determines may provide a reasonable basis for withdrawal of the direct final rule, a timely withdrawal of this rule will be published in the Federal Register. If no such adverse comments are received, compliance with the standards established for air cleaners in this direct final rule is required on and after December 31, 2023.

• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register Final Rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for room air conditioners. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including room air conditioners. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for room air conditioners. It has determined that the amended standards for these products would result in significant conservation of energy, and are technologically feasible and economically justified.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on May 7, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Compliance with the amended standards established for room air conditioners in this final rule is required on and after 3 years after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Find product information for Room Air Conditioners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for commercial and industrial pumps (pumps). This final rule amends the test procedure pumps to incorporate by reference relevant portions of the latest version of the industry testing standard, expands the scope of clean water pumps covered by this test procedure, revises calculation methods for pumps sold with motors and controls to better represent field energy use, adds and updates certain definitions, and allows the use of alternative efficiency determination methods for the rating and certification of pumps.

• The effective date of this rule is April 24, 2023. The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting September 20, 2023.

• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register September 20, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on January 25, 2016.

Find product information for Commercial and Industrial Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for conventional cooking products. On February 1, 2023, DOE published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) and announcement of public meeting proposing amended standards for conventional cooking products and announcing a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed standards and associated analyses and results. The notice provided an opportunity for submitting written comments, data, and information by April 3, 2023. DOE received a request from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) to extend the written comment period. DOE has reviewed this request and is granting a 14-day extension of the public comment period to allow comments to be submitted until April 17, 2023.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding the SNOPR on or before April 17, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2014–BT–STD-0005, by email (ConventionalCookingProducts2014STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice initiating an effort to determine whether to amend the current energy conservation standards for fluorescent lamp ballasts (FLB). Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), DOE must review these standards no later than three years after making a determination that standards for the product do not need to be amended and publish either a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) to propose new standards for FLB or a notification of determination that the existing standards do not need to be amended. DOE is soliciting the public for information to help determine whether the current standards require amending under the applicable statutory criteria. DOE welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document, including topics not specifically raised.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-STD-0005, by email (FLB2023STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Fluorescent Lamp Ballasts including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 British thermal units per hour (Btu/h) and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time the relevant industry standard is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h that rely on new efficiency metrics and align with amended efficiency levels in the industry standard. For the relevant equipment classes, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on May 5, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the final rule has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• Compliance with the amended standards established for air cooled, three-phase, small commercial air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h in this final rule is required on and after January 1, 2025.

Find product information for Air-Cooled Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has posted a draft guidance document regarding the test procedure for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers, and miscellaneous refrigeration products (collectively, consumer refrigeration products). This draft guidance document represents DOE's interpretation of its existing regulations and is exempt from the notice and comment requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act. Nevertheless, DOE is accepting comments and suggestions from the public until April 17, 2023. At the end of the comment period, this draft guidance document may be adopted, revised, or withdrawn.

• Click here to view the draft guidance. 
• Interested persons may submit comments and suggestions identified by docket number EERE-2023-BT-TP-0008, by email to RFGuidance2023TP0008@ee.doe.gov. 

Find product information for Consumer Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) proposing to add clarifying instructions regarding the detergent reporting requirements and an enforcement provision for dishwashers to specify the detergent and dosing method that DOE would use for any enforcement testing of dishwasher models certified in accordance with the currently applicable dishwasher test procedure prior to July 17, 2023 (i.e., the date by which the dishwasher test procedure as amended by a final rule published on January 18, 2023 will be mandatory for product testing). DOE is also proposing to add within the amended test procedure clarifying instructions regarding the allowable dosing options for each type of detergent. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on this NOPR.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• DOE will hold a public meeting on this NOPR if one is requested by 7 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. If a public meeting is requested, DOE will announce its date and participation information on the DOE website and via email.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2023–BT–TP–0007, by email (Dishwashers2023TP0007@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for television sets. This final rule amends the test procedure for television sets to incorporate by reference the relevant updated industry standard ANSI/CTA-2037-D, “Determination of Television Set Power Consumption”. DOE has determined that incorporating the updated industry standard will result in a test procedure that is more representative of the average energy use of television sets.

• The effective date of this rule is  April 14, 2023. 
•  The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting September 11, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register April 14, 2023.
• Find product information for Television Sets including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for battery chargers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for battery chargers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 15, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2020–BT–STD- 0013, by email (batterychargers2020STD0013@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, April 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Battery Chargers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for consumer boilers. DOE amends its test procedure for consumer boilers established under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. This rulemaking fulfills DOE’s obligation to review its test procedures for covered products at least once every seven years. The revisions include: incorporating by reference the latest versions of the industry standards currently referenced in the Federal test procedure; relocating the test procedure to a new appendix separate from the residential furnace test procedure; removing an extraneous definition from its regulatory definitions; and making clarifying corrections to calculations. These revisions will improve the representativeness of the test method and will not be unduly burdensome to conduct.

• The effective date of this rule is April 12, 2023.

• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting  starting September 11, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register April 12, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on March 23, 2009, and February 16, 2016.

• Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for miscellaneous refrigeration products. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for miscellaneous refrigeration products, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2020-BT-STD-0039, by email (MRP2020STD0039@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy is pleased to announce the 2023 National Energy Codes Conference May 2-4! 

This year's event will be held in Chicago. Join us for three days of informative sessions, interactive discussions, and educational opportunities. The National Energy Codes Conference is the only national technical assistance event dedicated solely to building energy codes, providing attendees a great opportunity to network with peers, engage with leading industry experts, and learn about the latest innovative technologies and solutions in the buildings sector. This year’s conference will cover a variety of important codes topics like decarbonization, resilience, and the new DOE energy codes funding opportunities from BIL and IRA.

Dates and Location

• When: May 2-4, 2023
• Where: Palmer House Hilton, Downtown Chicago, IL
• Who: Builders, designers, building officials, state and municipal government representatives, utilities, policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders

Registration and Lodging

Registration and lodging reservations are now open! Hotel reservations are subject to availability, so be sure to register for the event and make your lodging reservations today.

REGISTER HERE

Click here to book your lodging at the conference hotel group rate.

What to Expect

We’re still finetuning session details, but the agenda-at-a-glance provides a sneak peek of what to expect. As always, the 2023 conference will be packed with great sessions, discussions, and trainings. These will include:

• Pre-conference training workshops (EnergyCodes101, REScheck & COMcheck training) 
• Two days of educational sessions—presentations, panels, plenary and discussion 
• Interactive group discussions focused on key topics and challenges
• A quick-hitting lighting round session on transforming codes in the next 10 years

We look forward to seeing you in Chicago!

The Building Energy Codes Program

The U.S. Department of Energy supports the advancement of building energy codes. Modern building codes and standards offer cost-effective solutions, contributing to lower utility bills for homes and businesses, and helping to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Learn more at energycodes.gov. 

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for air cleaners. This final rule establishes definitions, a test procedure, and sampling and representation requirements for air cleaners. Currently, air cleaners are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is establishing a test procedure for measuring the integrated energy factor of air cleaners. The test method references the relevant industry standard, with certain modifications.

• The effective date of this rule is April 5, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register April 5, 2023.
• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On February 14, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice announcing public meetings to begin negotiations in an attempt to reach consensus on energy conservation standards for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. The meetings for March 7, 2023 and March 8, 2023 are cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date. DOE will send a follow-up email to announce the new dates. 

• Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.
• Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for battery chargers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for battery chargers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2020–BT–STD- 0013, by email (batterychargers2020STD0013@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, April 27, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Battery Chargers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers (RCWs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended energy conservation standards for RCWs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until May 2, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0014, by email (ConsumerClothesWasher2017STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for commercial and industrial pumps (pumps). This final rule amends the test procedure pumps to incorporate by reference relevant portions of the latest version of the industry testing standard, expands the scope of clean water pumps covered by this test procedure, revises calculation methods for pumps sold with motors and controls to better represent field energy use, adds and updates certain definitions, and allows the use of alternative efficiency determination methods for the rating and certification of pumps.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting  starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on January 25, 2016.

• Find product information for Commercial and Industrial Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On February 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR), in which DOE proposed new and amended energy conservation standards for consumer conventional cooking products. In this notice of data availability (NODA), DOE is supplying additional information and answers to questions that DOE has received from stakeholders to help clarify the analysis for conventional cooking tops presented in the SNOPR and at the public meeting held on January 31, 2023.  This notice does not present any new or amended policy decisions and does not revise DOE’s analysis, it simply clarifies and provides data that supports the SNOPR. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the data.

• The comment period for the SNOPR that published on February 1, 2023 (88 FR 6818), is still in effect. DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding the SNOPR and this NODA on or before April 3, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2014–BT–STD-0005, by email (ConventionalCookingProducts2014STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended energy conservation standards for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until April 28, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0003, by email (ConsumerRefrigFreezer2017STD0003@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On January 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking and announcement of public meeting (NOPR) proposing amended energy conservation standards for distribution transformers, and also to announce a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed standards and associated analyses and results. The notice provided an opportunity for submitting written comments, data, and information by March 13, 2023. DOE received a request from Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.; a joint request from the American Public Power Association (APPA), Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA); and a request from the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) to extend the written comment period. DOE has reviewed these requests and is publishing this Federal Register notice granting an extension of the comment period for 14 days to allow public comments to be submitted until March 27, 2023.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until March 27, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2019-BT-STD-0018, by email (DistributionTransformers2019STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Distribution Transformers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for television sets. This final rule amends the test procedure for television sets to incorporate by reference the relevant updated industry standard ANSI/CTA-2037-D, “Determination of Television Set Power Consumption”. DOE has determined that incorporating the updated industry standard will result in a test procedure that is more representative of the average energy use of television sets.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
•  The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Television Sets including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for air cleaners. This final rule establishes definitions, a test procedure, and sampling and representation requirements for air cleaners. Currently, air cleaners are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is establishing a test procedure for measuring the integrated energy factor of air cleaners. The test method references the relevant industry standard, with certain modifications.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to test procedures for consumer boilers. DOE amends its test procedure for consumer boilers established under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. This rulemaking fulfills DOE’s obligation to review its test procedures for covered products at least once every seven years. The revisions include: incorporating by reference the latest versions of the industry standards currently referenced in the Federal test procedure; relocating the test procedure to a new appendix separate from the residential furnace test procedure; removing an extraneous definition from its regulatory definitions; and making clarifying corrections to calculations. These revisions will improve the representativeness of the test method and will not be unduly burdensome to conduct.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The amendments will be mandatory for product testing starting  starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain materials listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on March 23, 2009, and February 16, 2016.

• Find product information for Consumer Boilers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for residential clothes washers (RCWs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended energy conservation standards for RCWs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0014, by email (ConsumerClothesWasher2017STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On February 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR), in which DOE proposed new and amended energy conservation standards for consumer conventional cooking products. In this notice of data availability (NODA), DOE is supplying additional information and answers to questions that DOE has received from stakeholders to help clarify the analysis for conventional cooking tops presented in the SNOPR and at the public meeting held on January 31, 2023.  This notice does not present any new or amended policy decisions and does not revise DOE’s analysis, it simply clarifies and provides data that supports the SNOPR. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the data.

• The comment period for the SNOPR that published on February 1, 2023 (88 FR 6818), is still in effect. DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding the SNOPR and this NODA on or before April 3, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2014–BT–STD-0005, by email (ConventionalCookingProducts2014STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On January 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking and announcement of public meeting (NOPR) proposing amended energy conservation standards for distribution transformers, and also to announce a public meeting to receive comment on the proposed standards and associated analyses and results. The notice provided an opportunity for submitting written comments, data, and information by March 13, 2023. DOE received a request from Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.; a joint request from the American Public Power Association (APPA), Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA); and a request from the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) to extend the written comment period. DOE has reviewed these requests and is issuing this pre-publication Federal Register notice granting an extension of the comment period for 14 days to allow public comments to be submitted until March 27, 2023.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until March 27, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2019-BT-STD-0018, by email (DistributionTransformers2019STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Distribution Transformers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing public meetings to begin negotiations in an attempt to reach consensus on energy conservation standards for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register. DOE will host a public meeting and webinar on the following dates:

• Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069.
• Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069.
• Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.
• Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended energy conservation standards for refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0003, by email (ConsumerRefrigFreezer2017STD0003@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps (GSFLs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more- stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final determination, DOE has determined that energy conservation standards for GSFLs do not need to be amended. 

• This Final Determination will be effective March 15, 2023.
• Find product information for General Service Fluorescent Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this final determination, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence that more-stringent standards for PTACs and PTHPs would be economically justified. As such, DOE has determined that standards for PTACs and PHTPs do not need to be amended. 

• This Final Determination will be effective March 15, 2023.

Find product information for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing public meetings to begin negotiations in an attempt to reach consensus on energy conservation standards for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register. DOE will host a public meeting and webinar on the following dates:

• Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069.
• Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069.
• Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 4A-104.
• Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.
• Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245.

• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for general service fluorescent lamps (GSFLs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more- stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this final determination, DOE has determined that energy conservation standards for GSFLs do not need to be amended. 

• This Final Determination will be effective 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for General Service Fluorescent Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On August 22, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule adopting test procedures for a category of cooking products, i.e., conventional cooking tops. DOE has now published a correction notice that corrects errors and omissions in that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This rule is effective February 7, 2023.
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On July 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule that amended the test procedure for refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers and established both coverage and procedures for testing miscellaneous refrigeration products (MREFs). That final rule also established provisions within DOE’s certification requirements to provide instructions regarding product category determinations, which were intended to be consistent with the definitions established for MREFs and refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. This published Federal Register final rule corrects certain inconsistencies between the instructions for determining product categories and the corresponding product definitions to avoid confusion regarding the application of those definitions.

• The effective date of this rule is March 9, 2023.
• Find product information for Consumer Refrigerators and Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On July 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule that amended the test procedure for refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers and established both coverage and procedures for testing miscellaneous refrigeration products (MREFs). That final rule also established provisions within DOE’s certification requirements to provide instructions regarding product category determinations, which were intended to be consistent with the definitions established for MREFs and refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. This published Federal Register final rule corrects certain inconsistencies between the instructions for determining product categories and the corresponding product definitions to avoid confusion regarding the application of those definitions.

• The effective date of this rule is March 9, 2023.
• Find product information for Consumer Refrigerators and Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed determination (NOPD) pertaining to energy conservation standards for small electric motors. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPD, DOE has initially determined that amended standards for small electric motors would not be cost-effective, and, thus, is not proposing to amend its standards for this equipment. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until April 7, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE– 2022–BT–STD-0014, by email (SmallElecMotors2022STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Small Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule pertaining to energy conservation standards VRF multi-split systems. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment, of which variable refrigerant flow (VRF) multi-split air conditioners and VRF multi-split system heat pumps (collectively referred to as “VRF multi-split systems”) are a category. EPCA requires DOE to consider the need for amended standards each time American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 is amended with respect to the standard levels or design requirements applicable to that equipment, or periodically under a six-year-lookback review provision. In this final rule, DOE is adopting amended standards for VRF multi-split systems that rely on a new cooling efficiency metric and are equivalent to those levels specified in ASHRAE Standard 90.1. DOE has determined that it lacks the clear and convincing evidence required by the statute to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in the industry standard.

• The text of this rule is subject to correction based on the identification of errors as defined in 10 CFR 430.5 before publication in the Federal Register. Readers are requested to notify DOE by email at ErrorCorrectionInfo@EE.DOE.Gov of any typographical or other errors, as described in such regulations, by no later than midnight on March 16, 2023, in order that DOE may make any necessary corrections in the regulatory text submitted to the Office of the Federal Register for publication
• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the final rule has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. 
• Compliance with the amended standards established for VRF multi-split systems in this final rule is required on and after January 1, 2024.
• Find product information for Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this final determination, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence that more-stringent standards for PTACs and PTHPs would be economically justified. As such, DOE has determined that standards for PTACs and PHTPs do not need to be amended. 

• This Final Determination will be effective 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for external power supplies (EPSs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for EPSs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until April 3, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2020–BT–STD-0006, by email (EPS2020STD006@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for External Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On July 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule that amended the test procedure for refrigerators and refrigerator-freezers and established both coverage and procedures for testing miscellaneous refrigeration products (MREFs). That final rule also established provisions within DOE’s certification requirements to provide instructions regarding product category determinations, which were intended to be consistent with the definitions established for MREFs and refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers. This pre-publication Federal Register final rule corrects certain inconsistencies between the instructions for determining product categories and the corresponding product definitions to avoid confusion regarding the application of those definitions.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Consumer Refrigerators and Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On August 22, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a final rule adopting test procedures for a category of cooking products, i.e., conventional cooking tops. DOE has now issued a pre-publication correction notice that corrects errors and omissions in that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This rule will be effective once the notice has published in the Federal Register.

• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed determination (NOPD) pertaining to energy conservation standards for small electric motors. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPD, DOE has initially determined that amended standards for small electric motors would not be cost-effective, and, thus, is not proposing to amend its standards for this equipment. DOE requests comment on this proposed determination and the associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPD until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE– 2022–BT–STD-0014, by email (SmallElecMotors2022STD0014@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Small Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice undertaking the preliminary stages of a rulemaking to consider amendments to the test procedure for central air conditioners and heat pumps. Through this request for information (RFI), DOE seeks data and information regarding issues pertinent to whether amended test procedures would more accurately or fully comply with the requirement that the test procedure produces results that measure energy use during a representative average use cycle or period of use for the product without being unduly burdensome to conduct, or reduce testing burden. DOE welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document (including topics not raised in this RFI), as well as the submission of data and other relevant information.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until February 23, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP-0028, by email (CACandHeatPump2022TP0028@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for external power supplies (EPSs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for EPSs, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2020–BT–STD-0006, by email (EPS2020STD006@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for External Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice amending the current test procedures for dishwashers, adopting a new test procedure appendix, incorporating by reference Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) standards—AHAM DW–1–2020 and DW–2–2020—and applying certain provisions of the industry standards to the test procedures appendices. The amendments to the current appendix establish requirements for water hardness, relative humidity, and loading pattern; update requirements for ambient temperature, detergent dosage, and standby power measurement; and include testing approaches from published dishwasher waivers. The new test procedure appendix additionally includes provisions for a minimum cleaning index threshold to validate the selected test cycle and updated annual number of cycles and low-power mode hours for the calculation of annual energy consumption.

• The effective date of this rule is February 17, 2023. 

• The amendments to appendix C1 will be mandatory for product testing starting July 17, 2023. Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedure at appendix C1 until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedure at appendix C2. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedure at appendix C2.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register February 17, 2023.
• Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

Make the Case for Large-Scale Energy Reduction Projects with ISO 50001

Tuesday, January 24, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET

Better Buildings partners discuss how pursuing ISO certification helped to develop an organization-wide approach to energy data collection and efficiency improvements across multiple facilities.

Speakers:

• Pete Baum, Loews Hotels
• Andrew Hejnar, 3M
• James Henry, Iron Mountain Data Centers
• Paul Sheaffer, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

If you're interested in this webinar, register today

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice undertaking the preliminary stages of a rulemaking to consider amendments to the test procedure for central air conditioners and heat pumps. Through this request for information (RFI), DOE seeks data and information regarding issues pertinent to whether amended test procedures would more accurately or fully comply with the requirement that the test procedure produces results that measure energy use during a representative average use cycle or period of use for the product without being unduly burdensome to conduct, or reduce testing burden. DOE welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document (including topics not raised in this RFI), as well as the submission of data and other relevant information.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP-0028, by email (CACandHeatPump2022TP0028@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for general service lamps (GSLs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), directs DOE to initiate two rulemaking cycles for GSLs that, among other requirements, determine whether standards in effect for GSLs should be amended. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for GSLs pursuant to its statutory authority in EPCA, and also announces a webinar to receive comments on its proposal and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until March 27, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT- STD-0022, by email (GSL2022STD0022@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, February, 1, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for General Service Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This  is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for distribution transformers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for distribution transformers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until March 13, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2019-BT-STD-0018, by email (DistributionTransfromers2019STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Distribution Transformers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to amend its test procedure for uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) to consider the latest revision of the industry standard that is incorporated by reference and to provide an optional test method for measuring power consumption of a UPS at no-load conditions. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until March 6, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT–TP–0005, by email (UPS2022TP0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Uninterruptible Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for distribution transformers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for distribution transformers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2019-BT-STD-0018, by email (DistributionTransfromers2019STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Distribution Transformers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer conventional cooking products. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including consumer conventional cooking products. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this SNOPR, DOE proposes new and amended standards for consumer conventional cooking products, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2014–BT–STD-0005, by email (ConventionalCookingProducts2014STD0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register correction notice pertaining to test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers. On June 1, 2022 DOE published a final rule amending DOE’s clothes washer test procedures. This document corrects formatting and typographical errors and omissions in the regulatory text of that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice will be effective December 23, 2022
• Find product information for Commercial Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register correction notice pertaining to test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers. On June 1, 2022 DOE published a final rule amending DOE’s clothes washer test procedures. This document corrects formatting and typographical errors and omissions in the regulatory text of that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice will be effective December 23, 2022
• Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers and including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial warm air furnaces (CWAFs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including CWAFs. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically review standards to determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant additional energy savings. In the case of CWAFs, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence that amended energy conservation standards would be economically justified. As such, in this final determination, DOE has determined not to amend the energy conservation standards for CWAFs.

• This Final Determination will be effective January 23, 2023
• Find product information for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for general service lamps (GSLs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), directs DOE to initiate two rulemaking cycles for GSLs that, among other requirements, determine whether standards in effect for GSLs should be amended. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent, standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for GSLs pursuant to its statutory authority in EPCA, and also announces a webinar to receive comments on its proposal and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 75 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT- STD-0022, by email (GSL2022STD0022@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, February, 1, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for General Service Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending its test procedures for air-cooled, three-phase, small commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 British thermal units per hour (Btu/h) and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h to incorporate by reference the latest version of the relevant industry test standard. DOE adopts the seasonal energy efficiency ratio 2 (SEER2) and heating seasonal performance factor 2 (HSPF2) metrics specified by that industry test standard in the DOE test procedures for the three-phase equipment that is the subject of this final rule. Additionally, DOE amends certain provisions for representations and enforcement for this equipment to harmonize with single-phase products.

• The effective date of this rule is January 17, 2023.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting December 11, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register January 17, 2023. 
• Find product information for Air-Cooled Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final determination pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial warm air furnaces (CWAFs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including CWAFs. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically review standards to determine whether more-stringent, amended standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant additional energy savings. In the case of CWAFs, DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence that amended energy conservation standards would be economically justified. As such, in this final determination, DOE has determined not to amend the energy conservation standards for CWAFs.

• This Final Determination will be effective once the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Commercial Warm Air Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending the current test procedures for dishwashers, adopting a new test procedure appendix, incorporating by reference Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) standards—AHAM DW–1–2020 and DW–2–2020—and applying certain provisions of the industry standards to the test procedures appendices. The amendments to the current appendix establish requirements for water hardness, relative humidity, and loading pattern; update requirements for ambient temperature, detergent dosage, and standby power measurement; and include testing approaches from published dishwasher waivers. The new test procedure appendix additionally includes provisions for a minimum cleaning index threshold to validate the selected test cycle and updated annual number of cycles and low-power mode hours for the calculation of annual energy consumption.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• The amendments to appendix C1 will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date. Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedure at appendix C1 until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedure at appendix C2. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedure at appendix C2.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

• Find product information for Dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register correction notice pertaining to test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers. On June 1, 2022 DOE published a final rule amending DOE’s clothes washer test procedures. This document corrects formatting and typographical errors and omissions in the regulatory text of that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice will be effective once the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers and Commercial Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register correction notice pertaining to test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers. On June 1, 2022 DOE published a final rule amending DOE’s clothes washer test procedures. This document corrects formatting and typographical errors and omissions in the regulatory text of that final rule. Neither the errors and omissions nor the corrections in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice will be effective once the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Residential Clothes Washers and Commercial Clothes Washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice proposing to amend its test procedure for uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) to consider the latest revision of the industry standard that is incorporated by reference and to provide an optional test method for measuring power consumption of a UPS at no-load conditions. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT–TP–0005, by email (UPS2022TP0005@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, February 2, 2023, from 1:00p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Uninterruptible Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On December 12, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $40 million funding opportunity for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. As part of this funding opportunity, the Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO) and the Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) expect to provide approximately $4 million in Phase I proof of concept grants. The SBIR and STTR programs have helped thousands of small businesses and entrepreneurs develop the cutting-edge technologies required to accelerate our transition to a clean energy future.

Through the SBIR and STTR programs, AMMTO and IEDO provide non-dilutive funding to small business research and development projects that improve energy efficiency and material productivity and drive economy-wide decarbonization and competitiveness for American manufacturers.

The AMMTO and IEDO-funded SBIR/STTR Phase I topics include:

• Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies: An AMMTO-funded topic focused on developing the next-generation materials and manufacturing technologies to support a clean, decarbonized economy, including the following subtopics:
  • Power Electronics for Energy Efficient Electrification
  • Chemistry-level Electrode Quality Control (QC) for Battery Manufacturing
  • Other Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies: In addition to the specific subtopics listed above, AMMTO invites grant applications in relevant areas that enable next generation materials and manufacturing processes as well as secure and sustainable materials. 
• Fuel Cell and Electrolyzer Recycling: A joint topic among AMMTO, IEDO, and the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office to develop innovative manufacturing of clean energy technologies, advance novel recycling processes for critical materials, and facilitate wide-spread adoption of hydrogen production and use. Subtopics include:
  • Efficient and Sustainable Recovery and Reuse of Materials from Manufacturing Scrap in Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers
  • Reducing Hazardous Substances in Fuel Cell and Electrolyzer Recycling
• Decarbonization of Agriculture, Buildings, Transport, Industry and their Communities: A joint topic among AMMTO, IEDO, and four other DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) technology offices to drastically reduce carbon emissions across the U.S. economy with a special emphasis on communities. Subtopics include:
  • Agricultural Decarbonization (including agricultural power decarbonization)
  • Buildings Decarbonization (including HVAC direct air capture technologies)
  • Transportation Decarbonization (including low carbon biofuels and energy efficient mobility systems)
  • Industrial Decarbonization (including conductive materials, heat pumps and biomanufacturing)
• Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization: An IEDO-funded topic focused on activities that address decarbonization in energy- and emissions-intensive industries and cross-sector industrial emissions technologies. Subtopics include:
  • Sustainable Chemistry: Mitigation of Hazardous Chemicals in Manufacturing Processes
  • Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery through Highly Efficient Heat Exchangers
  • Other Industrial Decarbonization: Additionally, IEDO seeks other proposals related to industrial decarbonization, especially those aligned with the priorities in the Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap.

Letters of intent are due January 3, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. ET. For more information on the DOE SBIR and STTR programs visit the Office of Science SBIR website, view the archived topics webinar, or attend an informational webinar on December 16.

The SBIR and STTR programs were created by Congress to leverage small businesses to advance innovation at federal agencies.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR); notification of proposed determination (NOPD) pertaining to energy conservation standards for single package vertical air conditioners (SPVACs) and single package vertical heat pumps (SPVHPs), collectively referred to as single package vertical units (SPVUs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including SPVUs. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this NOPR; NOPD, DOE proposes to amend the current standards for SPVUs such that the existing standard levels would be based on a new cooling efficiency metric of Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER) for SPVACs and SPVHPs, and the current heating efficiency metric of Coefficient of Performance (COP) for SPVHPs (but without any increase in stringency), In addition, DOE has initially determined that more-stringent standards for SPVUs would not be economically justified and would not result in a significant conservation of energy. DOE also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR; NOPD until February 6, 2023. 
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT–STD-0033, by email (SPVU2019STD@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, January, 9th, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Single Package Vertical Units including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending its test procedures for single package vertical air conditioners and single package vertical heat pumps (SPVUs). DOE is incorporating by reference the most recent version of the relevant industry test standard, AHRI 390-2021, and amending certain provisions for representations for SPVUs. DOE is also establishing definitions for “single-phase single package vertical air conditioners with cooling capacity less than 65,000 Btu/h” and for “single-phase single package vertical heat pumps with cooling capacity less than 65,000 Btu/h” to distinguish such equipment from certain residential central air conditioners and heat pumps.

• The effective date of this rule is January 6, 2023.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting December 4, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register January 6, 2023.
• Find product information for Single Package Vertical Units including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) proposing energy conservation standards for circulator pumps, and also announcing a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until February 6, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2016-BT-STD- 0004, by email (circpumps2016std0004@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, January 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Circulator Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing the availability of the preliminary analysis it has conducted for purposes of evaluating the need for amended energy conservation standards for non-weatherized oil-fired furnaces (NWOFs), mobile home oil-fired furnaces (MHOFs), weatherized gas furnaces (WGFs), weatherized oil-fired furnaces (WOFs), and electric furnaces (EFs). The analysis is set forth in the Department’s accompanying preliminary technical support document (TSD) for this rulemaking. DOE will hold a public meeting via webinar to discuss and receive comment on the preliminary analysis. The meeting will cover the analytical framework, models, and tools used to evaluate potential standards; the results of preliminary analyses performed by DOE; the potential standard levels derived from these analyses (if DOE determines that proposed amendments are necessary); and other relevant issues. In addition, DOE encourages written comments on these subjects.  

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until January 30, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0031, by email (OEWGFurnaces2021STD0031@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Click here to view the TSD.
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to amend the test procedures for dedicated-purpose pool pumps (DPPPs) to incorporate by reference the latest version of the relevant industry standards, to codify DOE’s current enforcement policy regarding the scope of the DPPP test procedure pertaining to DPPPs that cannot be appropriately tested by the current DOE test procedure, to align DOE’s DPPP definitions with DOE’s corresponding DPPP motor definitions, and to remove an obsolete DOE DPPP test procedure appendix. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until January 31, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP- 0003, by email (DPPP2022tp0003@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 12, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Dedicated-Purpose Pool Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for ceiling fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products, including ceiling fans. The Energy Act of 2020 amended the standards for large-diameter ceiling fans (LDCFs). DOE codified these efficiency requirements in a final rule published May 27, 2021. When DOE published the final rule codifying the standards for LDCFs in 2021, DOE’s test procedure for LDCFs was applicable only to those ceiling fans with a diameter less than or equal to 24 feet. As a result, DOE could not implement the full scope of LDCF standards set forth in the Energy Act of 2020. In order to remedy this situation, DOE has removed this limit on ceiling fan diameter in the most recent test procedure rulemaking for ceiling fans. As such, DOE is now able to implement in this final rule the full scope of standards for LDCFs set forth in the Energy Act of 2020.

• The effective date of this rule is November 28, 2022.
• Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing two additional open meetings of the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUAC and CUHP) working group. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register.

• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for Day 1.
• Click here to register for Day 2. 

• Foreign Nationals participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending its test procedures for air-cooled, three-phase, small commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 British thermal units per hour (Btu/h) and air-cooled, three-phase, variable refrigerant flow air conditioners and heat pumps with a cooling capacity of less than 65,000 Btu/h to incorporate by reference the latest version of the relevant industry test standard. DOE adopts the seasonal energy efficiency ratio 2 (SEER2) and heating seasonal performance factor 2 (HSPF2) metrics specified by that industry test standard in the DOE test procedures for the three-phase equipment that is the subject of this final rule. Additionally, DOE amends certain provisions for representations and enforcement for this equipment to harmonize with single-phase products.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting 360 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Air-Cooled Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR); notification of proposed determination (NOPD) pertaining to energy conservation standards for single package vertical air conditioners (SPVACs) and single package vertical heat pumps (SPVHPs), collectively referred to as single package vertical units (SPVUs). The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) prescribes standards for various consumer products and certain commercial and industrial equipment, including SPVUs. EPCA also requires DOE to periodically review standards. In this NOPR; NOPD, DOE proposes to amend the current standards for SPVUs such that the existing standard levels would be based on a new cooling efficiency metric of Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER) for SPVACs and SPVHPs, and the current heating efficiency metric of Coefficient of Performance (COP) for SPVHPs (but without any increase in stringency), In addition, DOE has initially determined that more-stringent standards for SPVUs would not be economically justified and would not result in a significant conservation of energy. DOE also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR; NOPD until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2019–BT–STD-0033, by email (SPVU2019STD@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, January, 9th, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Single Package Vertical Units including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing the availability of the preliminary analysis it has conducted for purposes of evaluating the need for amended energy conservation standards for non-weatherized oil-fired furnaces (NWOFs), mobile home oil-fired furnaces (MHOFs), weatherized gas furnaces (WGFs), weatherized oil-fired furnaces (WOFs), and electric furnaces (EFs). The analysis is set forth in the Department’s accompanying preliminary technical support document (TSD) for this rulemaking. DOE will hold a public meeting via webinar to discuss and receive comment on the preliminary analysis. The meeting will cover the analytical framework, models, and tools used to evaluate potential standards; the results of preliminary analyses performed by DOE; the potential standard levels derived from these analyses (if DOE determines that proposed amendments are necessary); and other relevant issues. In addition, DOE encourages written comments on these subjects.  

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0031, by email (OEWGFurnaces2021STD0031@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Click here to view the TSD.
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.  to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) proposing energy conservation standards for circulator pumps, and also announcing a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2016-BT-STD- 0004, by email (circpumps2016std0004@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, January 19, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Circulator Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for ceiling fans. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), prescribes standards for various consumer products, including ceiling fans. The Energy Act of 2020 amended the standards for large-diameter ceiling fans (LDCFs). DOE codified these efficiency requirements in a final rule published May 27, 2021. When DOE published the final rule codifying the standards for LDCFs in 2021, DOE’s test procedure for LDCFs was applicable only to those ceiling fans with a diameter less than or equal to 24 feet. As a result, DOE could not implement the full scope of LDCF standards set forth in the Energy Act of 2020. In order to remedy this situation, DOE has removed this limit on ceiling fan diameter in the most recent test procedure rulemaking for ceiling fans. As such, DOE is now able to implement in this final rule the full scope of standards for LDCFs set forth in the Energy Act of 2020.

• This notice will be effective once the notice has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.

Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending its test procedures for single package vertical air conditioners and single package vertical heat pumps (SPVUs). DOE is incorporating by reference the most recent version of the relevant industry test standard, AHRI 390-2021, and amending certain provisions for representations for SPVUs. DOE is also establishing definitions for “single-phase single package vertical air conditioners with cooling capacity less than 65,000 Btu/h” and for “single-phase single package vertical heat pumps with cooling capacity less than 65,000 Btu/h” to distinguish such equipment from certain residential central air conditioners and heat pumps.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting 360 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Single Package Vertical Units including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA), publishing data and certain preliminary analytical results related to DOE’s evaluation of potential energy conservation standards for portable electric spas (PESs). DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the data and analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until January 17, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT– STD-0025, by email (PortableElecSpas2022STD0025@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to establish definitions, a test procedure, and sampling requirements for portable electric spas. Currently, portable electric spas are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards.  The proposed test method references the relevant industry test standard. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposals within the notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR).  

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until December 19, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP-0024, by email (PortableElecSpas2022TP0024@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA), publishing data and certain preliminary analytical results related to DOE’s evaluation of potential energy conservation standards for portable electric spas (PESs). DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding the data and analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2022–BT– STD-0025, by email (PortableElecSpas2022STD0025@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice proposing to amend the test procedures for dedicated-purpose pool pumps (DPPPs) to incorporate by reference the latest version of the relevant industry standards, to codify DOE’s current enforcement policy regarding the scope of the DPPP test procedure pertaining to DPPPs that cannot be appropriately tested by the current DOE test procedure, to align DOE’s DPPP definitions with DOE’s corresponding DPPP motor definitions, and to remove an obsolete DOE DPPP test procedure appendix. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP- 0003, by email (DPPP2022tp0003@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 12, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Dedicated-Purpose Pool Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule amending the test procedure for automatic commercial ice makers to update incorporated references to the latest version of the industry standards; establish a relative humidity test condition; provide additional detail regarding certain test conditions, settings, setup requirements, and calculations; include a voluntary measurement of potable water use; clarify certification and reporting requirements; and add enforcement provisions. This final rule also provides additional detail to the DOE test procedure to improve the representativeness and repeatability of the current test procedure.

• The effective date of this rule is December 1, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for equipment testing starting October 27, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register December 1, 2022.
• Find product information for Automatic Commercial Ice Makers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register final rule establishing energy conservation standards for direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems (DX-DOASes) that are of equivalent stringency as the minimum levels specified in the most recent publication of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 “Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings” (ASHRAE 90.1-2019) when tested pursuant to the DOE test procedure for DX-DOASes – which incorporates by reference the most recent applicable industry standard for this equipment. DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in ASHRAE 90.1-2019.

• The effective date of this rule is January 3, 2023. 
• Compliance with the standards established for DX-DOASes in this final rule is required on and after May 1, 2024.
• Find product information for Direct Expansion-Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing the availability of the preliminary analysis it has conducted for purposes of evaluating the needed for amended energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans, which is set forth in the Department’s preliminary technical support document (TSD) for this rulemaking. DOE will hold a public meeting via webinar to discuss and receive comment on the preliminary analysis. The meeting will cover the analytical framework, models, and tools used to evaluate potential standards; the results of preliminary analyses performed by DOE; the potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses (if DOE determines that proposed amendments are necessary); and other relevant issues. In addition, DOE encourages written comments on these subjects.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until January 3, 2023.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0029, by email (ConsumerFurnFan2021STD0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Click here to view the TSD.
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 5th, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Furnace Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

This message is to notify you of an update to guidance recently issued by DOE regarding the compliance date of certification requirements for General Service Lamps (GSLs). In this update, DOE is clarifying that the new certification requirement addressed by the guidance applies to lamps manufactured or imported on or after November 1, 2022. Thus, manufacturers who continue to hold inventory that was manufactured or imported before November 1, 2022 do not need to certify compliance for these basic models.”  

• Click here to view the updated guidance. 
• Find product information for General Service Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps that will be required for certification of compliance with applicable energy conservation standards starting January 1, 2023, to address a limited number of specific issues, and making minor corrections to the current test procedures that are required for certification of compliance with applicable energy conservation standards prior to January 1, 2023. This rulemaking does not satisfy the 7- year lookback requirement prescribed by EPCA.

• The effective date of this rule is November 25, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting April 24, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on February 6, 2017.
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing the availability of the preliminary analysis it has conducted for purposes of evaluating the needed for amended energy conservation standards for consumer furnace fans, which is set forth in the Department’s preliminary technical support document (TSD) for this rulemaking. DOE will hold a public meeting via webinar to discuss and receive comment on the preliminary analysis. The meeting will cover the analytical framework, models, and tools used to evaluate potential standards; the results of preliminary analyses performed by DOE; the potential energy conservation standard levels derived from these analyses (if DOE determines that proposed amendments are necessary); and other relevant issues. In addition, DOE encourages written comments on these subjects.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this notice until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0029, by email (ConsumerFurnFan2021STD0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Click here to view the TSD.
• DOE will hold a webinar on Monday, December 5th, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Furnace Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice final rule pertaining to test procedures for Cooking Products. DOE is establishing a test procedure for a category of cooking products, i.e., conventional cooking tops, under a new appendix. The new test procedure adopts the latest version of the relevant industry standard for electric cooking tops with modifications. The modifications adapt the test method to gas cooking tops, normalize the energy use of each test cycle, include measurement of standby mode and off mode energy use, update certain test conditions, and clarify certain provisions. This final rule retitles the existing cooking products test procedure to specify that it is for microwave ovens only. This final rule also corrects the CFR following an incorrect amendatory instruction in a June 2022 final rule.

• The effective date of this rule is September 21, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for representations of energy use or energy efficiency of a conventional cooking top on or after February 20, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on September 21, 2022.
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register finale rule pertaining to test procedures for variable refrigerant flow (VRF) multi-split air conditioners and heat pumps (VRF multi-split systems). This final rule amends the test procedure for VRF multi-split systems to incorporate by reference the latest version of the applicable industry test standard. This final rule also adopts the integrated energy efficiency ratio metric in its test procedures for VRF multi-split systems. Additionally, this final rule adopts provisions in the updated industry test procedure relevant to certification and enforcement, including a controls verification procedure.

• The effective date of this rule is November 21, 2022
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for VRF multi-split systems equipment testing October 16, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register November 21, 2022. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of July 30, 2015, and July 16, 2012.
• Find product information for Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule establishing energy conservation standards for direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems (DX-DOASes) that are of equivalent stringency as the minimum levels specified in the most recent publication of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1 “Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings” (ASHRAE 90.1-2019) when tested pursuant to the DOE test procedure for DX-DOASes – which incorporates by reference the most recent applicable industry standard for this equipment. DOE has determined that it lacks clear and convincing evidence to adopt standards more stringent than the levels specified in ASHRAE 90.1-2019.

• The effective date of this rule is 60 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Compliance with the standards established for DX-DOASes in this final rule is required on and after 18 months after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Direct Expansion-Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice final rule pertaining to test procedures for electric motors. This final rule amends the existing scope of DOE's test procedures for electric motors consistent with related updates to the relevant industry testing standard (i.e., for air-over electric motors, electric motors greater than 500 horsepower, electric motors considered small, inverter-only electric motors, and synchronous electric motors); adds test procedures, an appropriate metric, and supporting definitions for additional electric motors covered under the amended scope; and updates references to industry standards to reference current versions. Furthermore, DOE is adopting certain industry provisions related to the prescribed test conditions to further ensure the comparability of test results. DOE is also amending provisions pertaining to certification testing and the determination of represented values for electric motors other than dedicated-purpose pool pump motors, and re-locating such provisions consistent with the location of the certification requirements for other covered products and equipment. Finally, DOE is adding provisions pertaining to certification testing and the determination of represented values for dedicated-purpose pool pump motors.

• The effective date of this rule is November 18, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting April 17, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register November 18, 2022.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in the rule was approved by the Director as of June 4, 2012 and February 3, 2021.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register final rule amending the test procedure for automatic commercial ice makers to update incorporated references to the latest version of the industry standards; establish a relative humidity test condition; provide additional detail regarding certain test conditions, settings, setup requirements, and calculations; include a voluntary measurement of potable water use; clarify certification and reporting requirements; and add enforcement provisions. This final rule also provides additional detail to the DOE test procedure to improve the representativeness and repeatability of the current test procedure.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for equipment testing starting 360 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• Find product information for Automatic Commercial Ice Makers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice that gives notification of a Decision and Order (Case Number 2021-004) that grants to GE Appliances, a Haier Company (GEA) a waiver from specified portions of the DOE test procedure for determining the energy consumption of a specified miscellaneous refrigeration product. Under the Decision and Order, GEA is required to test and rate the specified basic model of its product in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Decision and Order.

• The Decision and Order is effective October 17, 2022.
• The Decision and Order will terminate upon the compliance date of any future amendment to the test procedure for miscellaneous refrigeration products located at title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), part 430, subpart B, appendix A that addresses the issues presented in this waiver. At such time, GEA must use the relevant test procedure for this product for any testing to demonstrate compliance with the applicable standards, and any other representations of energy use.
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

On August 23, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer clothes dryers. On September 23, 2022, DOE received a request from a stakeholder for data regarding the consumer clothes dryer models tested in support of this NOPR analysis. This email is to announce that DOE has posted to the EERE-2014-BT-STD-0058 docket a supplemental data table of consumer clothes dryer models that were tested in support of DOE’s April 19, 2021, notice of availability of a preliminary technical support document (86 FR 20327) and NOPR. While a summary of the data was already part of the record, DOE is providing this spreadsheet in the format requested to help facilitate timely review. 

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 24, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2014-BT-STD-0058, by email (ResClothesDryers2014STD0058@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• See Docket # EERE-2014-BT-STD-0058 for all documents relevant to this rulemaking.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announces the solicitation of nominations to fill upcoming vacancies on the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC).

Nomination packages should be submitted via email to ASRAC@ee.doe.gov, and must be submitted to DOE by Friday, October 21, 2022. Additional details on the process for submitting packages is included in the information below.

Members will be selected with a view toward achieving a balanced committee of experts in fields relevant to energy efficiency, appliance and commercial equipment standards to include DOE, as well as representatives of industry (including manufacturers and trade associations representing manufacturers, component manufacturers and related suppliers, and retailers), utilities, energy efficiency/environmental advocacy groups and consumers. Committee members will serve for a term of three years or less and may be reappointed for successive terms, with no more than two successive terms. Appointments may be made in a manner that allows the terms of the members serving at any time to expire at spaced intervals, so as to ensure continuity in the functioning of the Committee.

Some Committee members may be appointed as special Government employees, experts in fields relevant to energy efficiency and appliance and commercial equipment standards; or as representatives of industry (including manufacturers and trade associations representing manufacturers, component manufacturers and related suppliers, and retailers), utilities, energy efficiency/environmental advocacy groups and consumers. Special Government employees will be subject to certain ethical restrictions and such members will be required to submit certain information in connection with the appointment process.

Members of the Committee will serve without compensation; however, each member may be reimbursed in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations for authorized travel and per diem expenses incurred while attending Committee meetings.

Process for Submitting Nominations: Qualified individuals can self-nominate or be nominated by any individual or organization. Nominators should submit:

1. The nominee's current resume or curriculum vitae and contact information, including mailing address, email address, and telephone number;
2. A letter of interest, including a summary of how the nominee's experience and expertise would support the Committee's objectives;
3. An affirmative statement that: (a) The nominee is not currently a federally- registered lobbyist and will not be a federally-registered lobbyist at the time of appointment and during his/her tenure as a Committee member, or (b) if the nominee is currently a federally- registered lobbyist, that the nominee will no longer be a federally-registered lobbyist at the time of appointment to the Committee and during his/her tenure as a member.

All nomination information should be provided in a single, complete package by the deadline specified in this notice. Nominations packages should be via email to ASRAC@ee.doe.gov. Should more information be needed, DOE staff will contact the nominee, obtain information from the nominee's past affiliations or obtain information from publicly available sources, such as the internet. A selection team will review the nomination packages. This team will be comprised of representatives from several DOE Offices. The selection team will seek balanced viewpoints and consider many criteria, including: (a) Scientific or technical expertise, knowledge, and experience; (b) stakeholder representation; (c) availability and willingness to serve; and (d) skills working in committees, working groups and advisory panels. The selection team will make recommendations regarding membership to the Secretary of Energy for review and selection of Committee members.

Nominations are open to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical handicap, marital status, or sexual orientation. To ensure that recommendations to the Committee take into account the needs of the diverse groups served by DOE, membership shall include, to the extent practicable, individuals with demonstrated ability to represent the needs of women and men of all racial and ethnic groups, and persons with disabilities. Please note, however, that Federally-registered lobbyists and individuals already serving on another Federal advisory committee are ineligible for nomination.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA) pertaining to energy conservation standards for fans and blowers. On February 8, 2022, DOE published a request for information regarding standards for fans and blowers. In this NODA, DOE is publishing preliminary inputs and methodology for its technology, screening, engineering, shipments, markups, life cycle cost, and energy use analysis for air circulating fans. Air circulating fans are a subcategory of fans; however, air circulating fans were not included in the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory (ASRAC) negotiations undertaken in 2015 (See Docket No. EERE-2013-BT- STD-0006). The purpose of this NODA is to provide stakeholders with the opportunity to review and provide comment on DOE’s preliminary technical and economic evaluation of air circulating fans, prior to DOE’s publication of a notice of proposed rulemaking for all fans and blowers. The analysis presented in this NODA is consistent with the air circulating fans scope and definitions that DOE proposed in the July 25, 2022, Test Procedure Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR” for Fans and Blowers (July 2022 TP NOPR). DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding its analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until November 28, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-STD-0002, by email (FansAndBlowers2022STD0002@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register finale rule pertaining to test procedures for variable refrigerant flow (VRF) multi-split air conditioners and heat pumps (VRF multi-split systems). This final rule amends the test procedure for VRF multi-split systems to incorporate by reference the latest version of the applicable industry test standard. This final rule also adopts the integrated energy efficiency ratio metric in its test procedures for VRF multi-split systems. Additionally, this final rule adopts provisions in the updated industry test procedure relevant to certification and enforcement, including a controls verification procedure.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for VRF multi-split systems equipment testing starting 360 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of July 30, 2015, and July 16, 2012.
• Find product information for Variable Refrigerant Flow Multi-Split Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to establish definitions, a test procedure, and sampling and representation requirements for air cleaners. Currently, air cleaners are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE proposes a test procedure for measuring the integrated energy factor for air cleaners. The proposed test method references the relevant industry standard, with certain proposed modifications. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR December 19, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT–TP-0036, by email (AirCleaners2021TP0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Air Cleaners.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice initiating an effort to determine whether to amend the current energy conservation standards for metal halide lamp fixtures (MHLF). On October 25, 2021, DOE published a final determination concluding that standards for MHLFs do not need to be amended because they are not economically justified. No later than 3 years after such a determination, under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, DOE must periodically review these standards and publish either a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) to propose new standards for MHLFs or a notification of determination that the existing standards do not need to be amended. This request for information (RFI) solicits information from the public to help DOE determine whether amended standards for MHLFs would result in significant energy savings and whether such standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified. As part of this RFI, DOE seeks comment on technological and market changes since the most recent standards update to consider in its evaluation of more stringent standards. DOE also welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document (including those topics not specifically raised), as well as the submission of data and other relevant information.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until November 7, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-STD-0023, by email (MHLF2022STD0023@ee.doe.gov@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Metal Halide Lamp Fixtures including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. On August 24, 2022 DOE published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) to amend the  standards for microwave ovens. This document announces a public meeting to be held in support of that SNOPR and extends the public comment period for the SNOPR by 14 days to allow public comments to be submitted until November 7, 2022.  

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until November 7, 2022.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD- 0023, by email (MWO2017STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing public meetings and webinars for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner (CUAC) and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUHP) Working Group (CUAC and CUHP Working Group”. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register. DOE will host public meetings and webinars on the following dates:

• Tuesday, October 11, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, November 9, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Thursday, November 10, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA) pertaining to energy conservation standards for fans and blowers. On February 8, 2022, DOE published a request for information regarding standards for fans and blowers. In this NODA, DOE is publishing preliminary inputs and methodology for its technology, screening, engineering, shipments, markups, life cycle cost, and energy use analysis for air circulating fans. Air circulating fans are a subcategory of fans; however, air circulating fans were not included in the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory (ASRAC) negotiations undertaken in 2015 (See Docket No. EERE-2013-BT- STD-0006). The purpose of this NODA is to provide stakeholders with the opportunity to review and provide comment on DOE’s preliminary technical and economic evaluation of air circulating fans, prior to DOE’s publication of a notice of proposed rulemaking for all fans and blowers. The analysis presented in this NODA is consistent with the air circulating fans scope and definitions that DOE proposed in the July 25, 2022, Test Procedure Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR” for Fans and Blowers (July 2022 TP NOPR). DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding its analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until 45 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-STD-0002, by email (FansAndBlowers2022STD0002@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps that will be required for certification of compliance with applicable energy conservation standards starting January 1, 2023, to address a limited number of specific issues, and making minor corrections to the current test procedures that are required for certification of compliance with applicable energy conservation standards prior to January 1, 2023. This rulemaking does not satisfy the 7- year lookback requirement prescribed by EPCA.

• The effective date of this notice is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The Final Rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the effective date.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on February 6, 2017.
• Find product information for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice that gives notification of a Decision and Order (Case Number 2021-004) that grants to GE Appliances, a Haier Company (GEA) a waiver from specified portions of the DOE test procedure for determining the energy consumption of a specified miscellaneous refrigeration product. Under the Decision and Order, GEA is required to test and rate the specified basic model of its product in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Decision and Order.

• The Decision and Order is effective once the notice has published in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow up email to announce the effective date once the notice has been published.
• The Decision and Order will terminate upon the compliance date of any future amendment to the test procedure for miscellaneous refrigeration products located at title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), part 430, subpart B, appendix A that addresses the issues presented in this waiver. At such time, GEA must use the relevant test procedure for this product for any testing to demonstrate compliance with the applicable standards, and any other representations of energy use.
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Miscellaneous Refrigeration Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice proposing to establish definitions, a test procedure, and sampling requirements for portable electric spas. Currently, portable electric spas are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards.  The proposed test method references the relevant industry test standard. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposals within the notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR).  

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-TP-0024, by email (PortableElecSpas2022TP0024@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. On August 24, 2022 DOE published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) to amend the  standards for microwave ovens. This document announces a public meeting to be held in support of that SNOPR and extends the public comment period for the SNOPR by 14 days to allow public comments to be submitted until November 7, 2022.  

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until November 7, 2022.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD- 0023, by email (MWO2017STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing public meetings and webinars for the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner (CUAC) and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUHP) Working Group (CUAC and CUHP Working Group”. The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) requires that agencies publish notice of an advisory committee meeting in the Federal Register. DOE will host public meetings and webinars on the following dates:

• Tuesday, October 11, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, November 9, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Thursday, November 10, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, November 30, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 1E-245, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at DOE, Forrestal Building, Room 6E-069, 1000 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20585.
• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• To register for the webinars please visit the Working Group webpage here. 
• Foreign Nationals attending in-person or participating via webinar are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. On August 24, 2022 DOE published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) to amend the  standards for microwave ovens. This document announces a public meeting to be held in support of that SNOPR and extends the public comment period for the SNOPR by 14 days to allow public comments to be submitted until November 7, 2022.  

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until November 7, 2022.  
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD- 0023, by email (MWO2017STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice proposing to establish definitions, a test procedure, and sampling and representation requirements for air cleaners. Currently, air cleaners are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE proposes a test procedure for measuring the integrated energy factor for air cleaners. The proposed test method references the relevant industry standard, with certain proposed modifications. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT–TP-0036, by email (AirCleaners2021TP0036@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Air Cleaners.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice initiating an effort to determine whether to amend the current energy conservation standards for metal halide lamp fixtures (MHLF). On October 25, 2021, DOE published a final determination concluding that standards for MHLFs do not need to be amended because they are not economically justified. No later than 3 years after such a determination, under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, DOE must periodically review these standards and publish either a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) to propose new standards for MHLFs or a notification of determination that the existing standards do not need to be amended. This request for information (RFI) solicits information from the public to help DOE determine whether amended standards for MHLFs would result in significant energy savings and whether such standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified. As part of this RFI, DOE seeks comment on technological and market changes since the most recent standards update to consider in its evaluation of more stringent standards. DOE also welcomes written comments from the public on any subject within the scope of this document (including those topics not specifically raised), as well as the submission of data and other relevant information.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this RFI until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2022-BT-STD-0023, by email (MHLF2022STD0023@ee.doe.gov@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).

Find product information for Metal Halide Lamp Fixtures including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued published a Federal Register Final Rule establishing definitions, a test procedure, sampling and rating requirements, and enforcement provisions for circulator pumps. Currently, circulator pumps are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is adopting a test procedure for measuring the circulator energy index for circulator pumps. The test method references the relevant industry test standard. The definitions and test procedures are based on the recommendations of the Circulator Pump Working Group, which was established under the Appliance Standards Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee.

• The effective date of this rule is October 19, 2022.
• Compliance with the final rule will be mandatory for representations of head, flow rate, driver power input, circulator energy rating, and circulator energy index made on or after March 20, 2023.
• Find product information for Circulator Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice final rule amending the existing test procedures for battery chargers to reorganize certain subsections, clarify symbology and references, correct an incorrect cross reference and section title, update the list of battery chemistries, and terminate an existing test procedure waiver because the covered subject models have been discontinued. This final rule also establishes in new appendix Y1 a new a test procedure for battery chargers that expands coverage to include inductive wireless battery chargers and establishes associated definitions and test provisions; establishes a new test procedure approach that relies on separate metrics for active mode, standby mode, and off mode; and updates the EPS selection criteria. The new test procedure Y1 will be used for the evaluation and issuance of updated efficiency standards, as well as to determine compliance with the updated standards, should such standards be established.

• The effective date of this rule is October 11, 2022
• The amendments to the current test procedure will be mandatory for product testing starting March 7, 2023.
• Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedure in appendix Y until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedure in appendix Y1. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedure in appendix Y1.

Find product information for Battery Chargers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for certain products and equipment. On July 22, 2022, DOE published a final rule that amended the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits (CFLKs), in addition to several other covered products. This document corrects an error in the amended regulatory text for CFLKs as it appeared in the final rule. Neither the error nor the correction in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice is effective September 6, 2022.
• Find product information for ceiling fan light kits including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice determining that portable electric spas qualify as a covered product under Part A of Title III of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (EPCA). DOE has determined that classifying portable electric spas as covered products is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for portable electric spas is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt- hours per year.

• This final determination is effective November 1, 2022.

Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice announcing initial open meetings of the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner (CUAC) and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUHP) Working Group (CUAC and CUHP Working Group). The purpose of the CUAC and CUHP Working Group is to undertake a negotiated rulemaking to discuss and, if possible, reach consensus on a proposed rule for test procedures and energy conservation standards for CUAC and CUHP equipment, as authorized by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975, as amended.

• Open meetings will be held on: Tuesday, September 20, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT and Wednesday, September 21, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT.
• To attend the meetings in person and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• Click here to attend via webinar on Tuesday, September 20, 2022.
• Click here to attend via webinar on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.
• All meetings will be held at the U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585 in room 1E-245.
• Foreign Nationals visiting DOE Headquarters are subject to advance security screening procedures. Please contact Regina Washington by email: regina.washington@ee.doe.gov so that the necessary procedures can be completed.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating via webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register Final Rule adopting amendments to the test procedures for general service fluorescent lamps (GSFLs), incandescent reflector lamps (IRLs), and general service incandescent lamps (GSILs) to update references to industry test standards and provide citations to specific sections of these standards; amend definitions; reference specific sections within industry test standards for further clarity; provide test methods for measuring coloring rendering index (CRI) for incandescent lamps and measuring lifetime of IRLs; clarify test frequency and inclusion of cathode power in measurements for GSFLs; decrease the sample size and specify all metrics for all lamps be measured from the same sample; and align terminology across relevant sections of the Code of Federal Regulations relating to GSFLs, IRLs and GSILs.

• The effective date of this rule is September 30, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing February 27, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of September 30, 2022. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of June 30, 1997, March 23, 2009, September 14, 2009, and February 27, 2012.

Find product information for General Service Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescent Reflector Lamps, and General Service Incandescent Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. On July 7, 2022, DOE published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) for amending the standards for certain consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces (NWGF) and mobile home gas furnaces (MHGF). In response to requests by several interested parties, DOE is making available a revised version of the life-cycle-cost (LCC) spreadsheet supporting that NOPR and also announcing a public meeting webinar to assist stakeholders with operation of the LCC spreadsheet. In addition, DOE received four requests to extend the public comment period for the NOPR (originally set to close September 6, 2022), and after considering those requests, DOE has decided to extend the public comment period until October 6, 2022.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 6, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2014-BT-STD-0031, by email (ResFurnaces2014STD0031@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, from 1:00p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• LCC Spreadsheet is available via the docket.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to amend its test procedures for water-source heat pumps, with the main changes being ones to expand the scope of applicability of the test procedure, reference different industry standards than currently referenced, change to a seasonal cooling efficiency metric, and change the test conditions used for the heating metric. DOE has tentatively determined that the amended test procedure would produce results that are more representative of an average use cycle and more consistent with current industry practice without being unduly burdensome to conduct. DOE seeks comment from interested parties on this proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 31, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-TP-0029, by email (WSHP2017TP0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Water-Source Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice announcing initial open meetings of the Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner (CUAC) and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump (CUHP) Working Group (CUAC and CUHP Working Group). The purpose of the CUAC and CUHP Working Group is to undertake a negotiated rulemaking to discuss and, if possible, reach consensus on a proposed rule for test procedures and energy conservation standards for CUAC and CUHP equipment, as authorized by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975, as amended.

• Open meetings will be held on: Tuesday, September 20, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT and Wednesday, September 21, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT.
• All meetings will be held at the U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585 in room 1E-245.
• To attend the meetings and/or to make oral statements regarding any of the items on the agenda, email asrac@ee.doe.gov. In the email, please indicate your name, organization (if appropriate), citizenship, and contact information.
• Please note that foreign nationals visiting DOE Headquarters are subject to advance security screening procedures. Any foreign national wishing to participate in the meetings, please notify DOE as soon as possible by contacting Ms. Regina Washington at (202) 586-1214 or by email: regina.washington@ee.doe.gov so that the necessary procedures can be completed.
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioner and Commercial Unitary Heat Pump including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for certain products and equipment. On July 22, 2022, DOE published a final rule that amended the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits (CFLKs), in addition to several other covered products. This document corrects an error in the amended regulatory text for CFLKs as it appeared in the final rule. Neither the error nor the correction in this document affect the substance of the rulemaking or any conclusions reached in support of the final rule.

• This notice is effective once it has been published in the Federal Register.

Find product information for ceiling fan light kits including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information/

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice determining that portable electric spas qualify as a covered product under Part A of Title III of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended (EPCA). DOE has determined that classifying portable electric spas as covered products is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for portable electric spas is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt- hours per year.

• This final determination is effective 60 days after the notice has been published in the Federal Register.
• Find product information for Portable Electric Spas including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice final rule amending the existing test procedures for battery chargers to reorganize certain subsections, clarify symbology and references, correct an incorrect cross reference and section title, update the list of battery chemistries, and terminate an existing test procedure waiver because the covered subject models have been discontinued. This final rule also establishes in new appendix Y1 a new a test procedure for battery chargers that expands coverage to include inductive wireless battery chargers and establishes associated definitions and test provisions; establishes a new test procedure approach that relies on separate metrics for active mode, standby mode, and off mode; and updates the EPS selection criteria. The new test procedure Y1 will be used for the evaluation and issuance of updated efficiency standards, as well as to determine compliance with the updated standards, should such standards be established.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The amendments to the current test procedure will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• Manufacturers will be required to use the amended test procedure in appendix Y until the compliance date of any final rule establishing amended energy conservation standards based on the newly established test procedure in appendix Y1. At such time, manufacturers will be required to begin using the newly established test procedure in appendix Y1.
• Find product information for Battery Chargers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register Final Rule establishing definitions, a test procedure, sampling and rating requirements, and enforcement provisions for circulator pumps. Currently, circulator pumps are not subject to DOE test procedures or energy conservation standards. DOE is adopting a test procedure for measuring the circulator energy index for circulator pumps. The test method references the relevant industry test standard. The definitions and test procedures are based on the recommendations of the Circulator Pump Working Group, which was established under the Appliance Standards Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• Compliance with the final rule will be mandatory for representations of head, flow rate, driver power input, circulator energy rating, and circulator energy index made on or after 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• Find product information for Circulator Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this SNOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for microwave ovens, and requests comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until October 24, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD- 0023, by email (MWO2017STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. On July 7, 2022, DOE published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) for amending the standards for certain consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces (NWGF) and mobile home gas furnaces (MHGF). In response to requests by several interested parties, DOE is making available a revised version of the life-cycle-cost (LCC) spreadsheet supporting that NOPR and also announcing a public meeting webinar to assist stakeholders with operation of the LCC spreadsheet. In addition, DOE received four requests to extend the public comment period for the NOPR (originally set to close September 6, 2022), and after considering those requests, DOE has decided to extend the public comment period until October 6, 2022.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 6, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2014-BT-STD-0031, by email (ResFurnaces2014STD0031@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, from 1:00p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• LCC Spreadsheet is available via the docket.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines

Find product information for Consumer Furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer clothes dryers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer clothes dryers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until October 24, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2014-BT-STD-0058, by email (ResClothesDryers2014STD0058@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Clothes Dryers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy  (DOE) has published Federal Register notice final rule pertaining to test procedures for external power supplies. This final rule amends DOE's current test procedure for external power supplies by clarifying the scope of the test procedure more explicitly, providing more specific instructions for testing single-voltage external power supplies with multiple-output busses and external power supplies shipped without an output cord, providing instructions allowing for functionality unrelated to the external power supply circuit to be disconnected during testing so long as the disconnection does not impact the functionality of the external power supply itself, specifying test requirements for adaptive external power supplies that conform to the industry-based Universal Serial Bus Power Delivery specifications consistent with current test procedure waivers that DOE has already granted for these products, and reorganizing the test procedure to centralize definitions, consolidate generally applicable requirements, and better delineate requirements for single-voltage, multiple-voltage, and adaptive external power supplies.

• The effective date of this rule is September 19, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting February 15, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on September 24, 2015.

Find product information for External Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

On June 28, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) published a Federal Register notice announcing the availability of the preliminary analysis it has conducted for purposes of evaluating the need for amended energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers (CRE), which is set forth in DOE's preliminary technical support document (TSD) for this rulemaking. On August 8, DOE held a public meeting via webinar to discuss and receive comment on its preliminary analysis. During this meeting, a stakeholder requested that DOE post to the docket an engineering spreadsheet that presents the engineering analysis information from the already published TSD in excel format.  This email is to announce that those engineering spreadsheets are now available in the EERE-2017-STD-0007 docket.  The engineering spreadsheets do not contain any new or additional information that was not already published with the TSD in June.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding the preliminary analysis until August 29, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-STD-0007, by email (CRE2017STD0007@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• See Docket # EERE-2017_BT-STD-0007 for all documents relevant to this rulemaking.
• Find product information for Commercial Refrigerators, Refrigerator-Freezers, and Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for ceiling fans to include a definition for “circulating air” for the purpose of the ceiling fan definition; include ceiling fans greater than 24 feet within the scope of the test procedure; include certain belt-driven ceiling fans within the scope of the test procedure; specify that certain very small-diameter ceiling fans are not required to be tested; maintain applicability of the standby power test procedure to large-diameter ceiling fans; specify instructions for testing ceiling fans with certain accessories or features; clarify test voltage for large-diameter ceiling fans; amend the low speed definition and increase low speed tolerance for stability criteria; permit an alternate set-up to collect air velocity test data and provide greater specificity regarding sensor orientation; amend the blade thickness measurement requirement; update instrument measurement resolution, represented values, rounding instructions, and enforcement provisions; and codify current guidance on calculating several values reported on the EnergyGuide label. DOE is also updating references to an industry test standard to reference the latest version.

• The effective date of this rule is September 15, 2022.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing February 13, 2023. 
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of September 15, 2022.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of August 24, 2016 and May 27, 2021.
• Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for microwave ovens. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more-stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this SNOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for microwave ovens, and requests comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this SNOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2017–BT–STD- 0023, by email (MWO2017STD0023@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Microwave Ovens including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR) pertaining to energy conservation standards for consumer clothes dryers. The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) requires DOE to periodically determine whether more stringent standards would be technologically feasible and economically justified, and would result in significant energy savings. In this NOPR, DOE proposes amended standards for consumer clothes dryers, and also announces a public meeting to receive comment on these proposed standards and associated analyses and results.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2014-BT-STD-0058, by email (ResClothesDryers2014STD0058@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Consumer Clothes Dryers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA) pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial and industrial pumps (pumps). In this NODA, DOE is publishing an overview of potential technology/design options and associated estimated national energy savings with preliminary industry net present value estimates for certain pump equipment classes in order to provide stakeholders with additional information and to assist DOE in determining how to proceed with the rulemaking. The analysis presented in this NODA is consistent with the scope that DOE proposed in a test procedure notice of proposed rulemaking for commercial and industrial pumps published on April 11, 2022. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding its analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until September 26, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT– STD-0018, by email (Pumps2021STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Commercial and Industrial Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register Final Rule adopting amendments to the test procedures for general service fluorescent lamps (GSFLs), incandescent reflector lamps (IRLs), and general service incandescent lamps (GSILs) to update references to industry test standards and provide citations to specific sections of these standards; amend definitions; reference specific sections within industry test standards for further clarity; provide test methods for measuring coloring rendering index (CRI) for incandescent lamps and measuring lifetime of IRLs; clarify test frequency and inclusion of cathode power in measurements for GSFLs; decrease the sample size and specify all metrics for all lamps be measured from the same sample; and align terminology across relevant sections of the Code of Federal Regulations relating to GSFLs, IRLs and GSILs.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of June 30, 1997, March 23, 2009, September 14, 2009, and February 27, 2012.
• Find product information for General Service Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescent Reflector Lamps, and General Service Incandescent Lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on germicidal ultraviolet (GUV) radiation for air and surface disinfection. This technology area represents a growing opportunity to improve indoor air quality while saving energy over high-ventilation approaches. However, light-emitting diode (LED) GUV sources and fixtures available today have low efficiencies relative to visible LEDs or other UV sources (such as mercury lamps). Driven by demand for pandemic preparedness measures in buildings and good indoor air quality, many emerging GUV R&D activities target application effectiveness through increased source efficiency, improved fixture design, and enhanced reliability.

The U.S. Department of Energy has released two reports aimed at understanding the current status of commercial ultraviolet (UV) LEDs.

• Initial Benchmarks of UV LEDs and Comparisons with White LEDs focuses on the construction and initial performance of commercially available UV LEDs.
• Operating Lifetime Study of UV LED Products focuses on the long-term performance and reliability of the same set of LEDs. Results from stress testing, along with an extensive literature review, identified specific failure mechanisms and opportunities for improvement across these UV LEDs.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice proposing to amend its test procedures for water-source heat pumps, with the main changes being ones to expand the scope of applicability of the test procedure, reference different industry standards than currently referenced, change to a seasonal cooling efficiency metric, and change the test conditions used for the heating metric. DOE has tentatively determined that the amended test procedure would produce results that are more representative of an average use cycle and more consistent with current industry practice without being unduly burdensome to conduct. DOE seeks comment from interested parties on this proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until 60 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2017-BT-TP-0029, by email (WSHP2017TP0029@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Water-Source Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of data availability (NODA) pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial and industrial pumps (pumps). In this NODA, DOE is publishing an overview of potential technology/design options and associated estimated national energy savings with preliminary industry net present value estimates for certain pump equipment classes in order to provide stakeholders with additional information and to assist DOE in determining how to proceed with the rulemaking. The analysis presented in this NODA is consistent with the scope that DOE proposed in a test procedure notice of proposed rulemaking for commercial and industrial pumps published on April 11, 2022. DOE requests comments, data, and information regarding its analysis.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this NODA until 45 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE–2021–BT– STD-0018, by email (Pumps2021STD0018@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Commercial and Industrial Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice amending the test procedures for ceiling fans to include a definition for “circulating air” for the purpose of the ceiling fan definition; include ceiling fans greater than 24 feet within the scope of the test procedure; include certain belt-driven ceiling fans within the scope of the test procedure; specify that certain very small-diameter ceiling fans are not required to be tested; maintain applicability of the standby power test procedure to large-diameter ceiling fans; specify instructions for testing ceiling fans with certain accessories or features; clarify test voltage for large-diameter ceiling fans; amend the low speed definition and increase low speed tolerance for stability criteria; permit an alternate set-up to collect air velocity test data and provide greater specificity regarding sensor orientation; amend the blade thickness measurement requirement; update instrument measurement resolution, represented values, rounding instructions, and enforcement provisions; and codify current guidance on calculating several values reported on the EnergyGuide label. DOE is also updating references to an industry test standard to reference the latest version.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other material listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of August 24, 2016 and May 27, 2021.
• Find product information for Ceiling Fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice to announce that DOE intends to establish a negotiated rulemaking working group under the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC) in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) and the Negotiated Rulemaking Act (NRA) to negotiate proposed test procedures and amended energy conservation standards commercial unitary air conditioners and heat pumps (CUACs and CUHPs). The purpose of the working group will be to discuss and, if possible, reach consensus on a proposed rule regarding test procedures and energy conservation standards for CUACs and CUHPs, as authorized by the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). The working group will consist of representatives of parties having a defined stake in the outcome of the proposed standards and/or test procedure, and will consult as appropriate with a range of experts on technical issues.

• DOE is hereby soliciting nominations for members of the CUAC and CUHP working group. Application packages should be submitted to DOE by August 12, 2022.
• Nominations of membership must be received on or before August 12, 2022.
• DOE will not consider any nominations received via mail or after midnight on August 12, 2022.
• The nominee's name, resume, biography, and any letters of support must be submitted in electronic format via email to asrac@ee.doe.gov. Any requests for further information should also be sent via email to asrac@ee.doe.gov
• Find product information for Commercial Unitary Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice publishing a final rule to establish definitions for “direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems” (DX- DOASes) and “unitary dedicated outdoor air systems” (unitary DOASes). Unitary DOASes are a category of small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended. In addition, DOE is establishing a test procedure to measure the energy efficiency of DX-DOASes, which aligns with the most recent version of the relevant industry consensus test standards for DX-DOASes, with certain minor modifications. Lastly, DOE is adopting supporting definitions, energy efficiency metrics for dehumidification and heating modes, and provisions governing public representations as part of this rulemaking.

• The effective date of this rule is August 26, 2022.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register August 26, 2022.
• Representations with respect to energy use or efficiency of direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems must be based on testing conducted in accordance with this final rule on or after July 24, 2023.

Find product information for Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice publishing a final rule to establish definitions for “direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems” (DX- DOASes) and “unitary dedicated outdoor air systems” (unitary DOASes). Unitary DOASes are a category of small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended. In addition, DOE is establishing a test procedure to measure the energy efficiency of DX-DOASes, which aligns with the most recent version of the relevant industry consensus test standards for DX-DOASes, with certain minor modifications. Lastly, DOE is adopting supporting definitions, energy efficiency metrics for dehumidification and heating modes, and provisions governing public representations as part of this rulemaking.

• The effective date of this rule is August 26, 2022.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register August 26, 2022.
• Representations with respect to energy use or efficiency of direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems must be based on testing conducted in accordance with this final rule on or after July 24, 2023.
• Find product information for Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice proposing to establish a test procedure for fans and blowers, including air-circulating fans, and to adopt through reference the relevant industry test standards as the DOE test procedure for measuring the fan electrical input power (FEP) and for determining the fan energy index (FEI). DOE also proposes to establish supporting definitions, requirements for alternative energy use determination methods, and sampling requirements to determine the represented values of FEP and FEI. DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on the proposal.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until September 23, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-TP-0021, by email (FansBlowers2021TP0021@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• DOE will hold a webinar on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Click here to register for the webinar.
• Foreign Nationals interested in participating in this webinar, must be screened by DOE Headquarters Security prior to being granted access. Please email Regina.Washington@ee.doe.gov to complete the necessary documentation at least two weeks prior to scheduled meeting date.
• Additional webinar registration information, participant instructions, and information about the capabilities available to webinar participants will be published on DOE’s website: https://energy.gov/eere/buildings/public-meetings-and-comment-deadlines
• Find product information for Fans and Blowers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces, consumer boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits and ceiling fans. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for ceiling fan light kits and  ceiling fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notification of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers (walk-in). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Norlake, Inc., dba Refrigerated Solutions Group (RSG), which seeks a waiver for specified walk-in refrigeration system basic models from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of walk-in refrigeration systems. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires RSG to test and rate the specified walk-in basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning RSG’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure so as to inform DOE’s final decision on RSG’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this waiver until August 22, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number  EERE-2022-BT-WAV-0010, by email (RSGWICF2022WAV0010@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Additional information on waivers can be found on DOE's waiver website.
• Find product information for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps, . DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for general service incandescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps, including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for consumer furnaces including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for consumer water heaters. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for consumer water heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for dishwashers. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for dishwashers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for commercial clothes washers. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for commercial clothes washers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for battery chargers. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for battery chargers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is August 22, 2022. 
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning February 17, 2023.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for dedicated-purpose pool pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy  (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice final rule pertaining to test procedures for external power supplies. This final rule amends DOE's current test procedure for external power supplies by clarifying the scope of the test procedure more explicitly, providing more specific instructions for testing single-voltage external power supplies with multiple-output busses and external power supplies shipped without an output cord, providing instructions allowing for functionality unrelated to the external power supply circuit to be disconnected during testing so long as the disconnection does not impact the functionality of the external power supply itself, specifying test requirements for adaptive external power supplies that conform to the industry-based Universal Serial Bus Power Delivery specifications consistent with current test procedure waivers that DOE has already granted for these products, and reorganizing the test procedure to centralize definitions, consolidate generally applicable requirements, and better delineate requirements for single-voltage, multiple-voltage, and adaptive external power supplies.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register on September 24, 2015.
• Find product information for External Power Supplies including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice final rule; technical correction pertaining to test procedures for Cooking Products. DOE is establishing a test procedure for a category of cooking products, i.e., conventional cooking tops, under a new appendix. The new test procedure adopts the latest version of the relevant industry standard for electric cooking tops with modifications. The modifications adapt the test method to gas cooking tops, normalize the energy use of each test cycle, include measurement of standby mode and off mode energy use, update certain test conditions, and clarify certain provisions. This final rule retitles the existing cooking products test procedure to specify that it is for microwave ovens only. This final rule also corrects the CFR following an incorrect amendatory instruction in a June 2022 final rule.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for representations of energy use or energy efficiency of a conventional cooking top on or after 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in the rule was approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• Find product information for Cooking Products including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today awarded $10 million to six projects that will support the adoption of clean-energy technologies and advanced energy-efficiency measures in American industry. Three awardees will develop renewably powered district energy systems, which can provide multiple buildings with heating or cooling from a central plant. Another three awardees will establish regional smart-manufacturing pilot initiatives, offering technical assistance on the implementation of smart-manufacturing technologies and structured energy-management systems. 

“District energy systems are ideal for efficiently sharing heat and energy resources throughout a campus environment,” said Kelly Speakes-Backman, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. “The projects funded through these smart manufacturing technical assistance awards will help American manufacturers optimize their energy and material use.” 

Major energy consumers, including manufacturers, can improve their energy efficiency, curb their carbon emissions, and bolster their global competitiveness by deploying renewably supplied district energy systems and integrating smart manufacturing technologies into their energy-management practices. 

District energy systems are more efficient and sustainable than individual building-energy systems. They also provide a reliable and resilient source of thermal energy that is particularly useful for energy-intensive facilities, such as manufacturing plants, healthcare campuses, and military bases. District energy systems can incorporate energy-efficient, flexible, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, which can provide support to the electricity grid on demand. DOE’s awardees will design, construct, and demonstrate advanced district energy systems that can use low carbon fuels or renewable energy sources in combination with combined heat and power and energy storage systems.  

Structured energy management systems, such as those aligned with the global International Organization on Standardization 50001 standard, have proven to yield deep and sustained energy savings for manufacturers. Smart technologies, including advanced sensors, controls, software platforms, and data analytics, allow manufacturers to further optimize their use of energy and materials. DOE’s awardees will establish new regional initiatives to provide smart-manufacturing and energy-management system technical assistance to existing state, local, and utility-sector industrial energy efficiency programs. 

Learn more about the selected projects. 

Funding for these opportunities is provided by DOE’s Advanced Manufacturing Office, which catalyzes research, development and adoption of energy-related advanced manufacturing technologies and practices to drive U.S. economic competitiveness and an equitable transition to a decarbonized economy by 2050.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notification of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers (walk-in). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Norlake, Inc., dba Refrigerated Solutions Group (RSG), which seeks a waiver for specified walk-in refrigeration system basic models from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of walk-in refrigeration systems. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires RSG to test and rate the specified walk-in basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning RSG’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure so as to inform DOE’s final decision on RSG’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this waiver until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number  EERE-2022-BT-WAV-0010, by email (RSGWICF2022WAV0010@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notification of petition for waiver and grant of an interim waiver pertaining to test procedures for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers (walk-in). This notification announces receipt of and publishes a petition for waiver and interim waiver from Norlake, Inc., dba Refrigerated Solutions Group (RSG), which seeks a waiver for specified walk-in refrigeration system basic models from DOE's test procedure used for determining the efficiency of walk-in refrigeration systems. DOE also gives notification of an Interim Waiver Order that requires RSG to test and rate the specified walk-in basic models in accordance with the alternate test procedure set forth in the Interim Waiver Order. DOE solicits comments, data, and information concerning RSG’s petition and its suggested alternate test procedure so as to inform DOE’s final decision on RSG’s waiver request.

• DOE will accept comments and information regarding this waiver until 30 days after date of publication in the Federal Register. DOE will send a follow-up e-mail once the notice publishes to announce the closing date of the comment period.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number  EERE-2022-BT-WAV-0010, by email (RSGWICF2022WAV0010@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This email is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice final rule pertaining to test procedures for electric motors. This final rule amends the existing scope of DOE's test procedures for electric motors consistent with related updates to the relevant industry testing standard (i.e., for air-over electric motors, electric motors greater than 500 horsepower, electric motors considered small, inverter-only electric motors, and synchronous electric motors); adds test procedures, an appropriate metric, and supporting definitions for additional electric motors covered under the amended scope; and updates references to industry standards to reference current versions. Furthermore, DOE is adopting certain industry provisions related to the prescribed test conditions to further ensure the comparability of test results. DOE is also amending provisions pertaining to certification testing and the determination of represented values for electric motors other than dedicated-purpose pool pump motors, and re-locating such provisions consistent with the location of the certification requirements for other covered products and equipment. Finally, DOE is adding provisions pertaining to certification testing and the determination of represented values for dedicated-purpose pool pump motors.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for product testing starting 180 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in the rule was approved by the Director as of February 3, 2021.

Find product information for Electric Motors including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice pertaining to energy conservation standards for commercial water heaters. On May 19, 2022, DOE published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking and announcement of public meeting regarding standards for commercial water heaters. DOE received three requests to extend the public comment period by 60 days. DOE has reviewed and denied these requests. But, considering the particular circumstances of DOE’s denial of these petitions, the Department is reopening the public comment period to allow comments to be submitted until August 1, 2022.

• DOE will accept comments, data, and information regarding this NOPR until August 1, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2021-BT-STD-0027, by email (CommWaterHeaters2021STD0027@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• The TSD is available on the rulemaking docket.
• Find product information for Commercial Water Heating Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice determining that air cleaners qualify as a covered product under Part A of Title III of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA). DOE has determined that classifying air cleaners as covered products is necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of EPCA, and that the average U.S. household energy use for air cleaners is likely to exceed 100 kilowatt-hours per year.

• The Final Determination is effective September 13, 2022.
• Find product information for Air Cleaners including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice publishing a final rule to establish definitions for “direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems” (DX- DOASes) and “unitary dedicated outdoor air systems” (unitary DOASes). Unitary DOASes are a category of small, large, and very large commercial package air conditioning and heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended. In addition, DOE is establishing a test procedure to measure the energy efficiency of DX-DOASes, which aligns with the most recent version of the relevant industry consensus test standards for DX-DOASes, with certain minor modifications. Lastly, DOE is adopting supporting definitions, energy efficiency metrics for dehumidification and heating modes, and provisions governing public representations as part of this rulemaking.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. 
• Representations with respect to energy use or efficiency of direct expansion-dedicated outdoor air systems must be based on testing conducted in accordance with this final rule on or after 360 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register. 
• Find product information for Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNOPR) to amend the test procedure for consumer water heaters and residential-duty commercial water heaters. This SNOPR updates the proposals presented in a notice of proposed rulemaking published in the Federal Register on January 11, 2022. In this SNOPR, DOE proposes additional amendments that would provide additional specificity regarding flow rate tolerances for water heaters with a rated storage volume of less than 2 gallons; allow for voluntary representations at certain additionally specified test conditions for heat pump water heaters; revise the proposed specifications regarding separate storage tank requirements for certain types of water heaters; provide instructions for testing certain water heaters that store water at a temperature higher than the delivery setpoint; establish a metric and method for determining the effective storage volume of certain storage-type water heaters; and update the proposed methodology for estimating the internal tank temperature of water heaters which cannot be directly measured.  DOE is seeking comment from interested parties on these proposals.

• DOE will accept comments regarding this SNOPR until  August 4, 2022.
• Interested persons may submit comments identified by docket number EERE-2019-BT-TP-0032, by email (WaterHeaters2019TP0032@ee.doe.gov), Federal eRulemaking portal (http://www.regulations.gov).
• Find product information for Consumer Water Heaters and Commercial Water Heating Equipment including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces, consumer boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for consumer water heaters including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for ceiling fan light kits and ceiling fans including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for dedicated-purpose pool pumps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for general service incandescent lamps and incandescent reflector lamps including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice  publishing a final rule to amend the certification provisions for ceiling fan light kits, general service incandescent lamps, incandescent reflector lamps, ceiling fans, consumer furnaces and boilers, consumer water heaters, dishwashers, commercial clothes washers, battery chargers, and dedicated-purpose pool pumps. DOE is amending the certification and reporting provisions for these products and equipment to ensure reporting is consistent with currently applicable energy conservation standards and to ensure that DOE has the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

• The effective date of this rule is 30 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The final rule changes will be mandatory for the annual certification reports submitted for products and equipment beginning 210 days after the Final Rule has been published in the Federal Register.
• The incorporation by reference of certain material listed in this rule is approved by the Director of the Federal Register on December 17, 2012, and September 6, 2017.
• Find product information for, consumer furnaces and consumer boilers,  including current standards and test procedures, statutory authority, waivers, exceptions and contact information.

This is part of an effort by DOE to notify all interested persons of recently issued Federal Register notices and other significant program developments under the Appliance and Equipment Standards Program.