Trump wants to ‘unleash American energy’. That may affect your utility bills
Studies say consumers are generally happy with how energy-efficient and water-conserving appliances perform.
President Donald Trump once expressed concern with how low showerhead flow affected his “perfect” hair. Now back in the White House, he’s again taking aim at some high-efficiency household items—and that may mean higher water and electric bills in your home.
One of Trump’s several dozen first-day executive orders promises to “unleash American energy,” including a pledge to ease efficiency standards for household appliances and fixtures.
The standards are intended to make dishwashers, showerheads, refrigerators, laundry machines, toilets, and the like use less energy and water. The higher-efficiency appliances can have higher upfront costs, but they save water and electricity.
Here’s what Trump said and what it means.