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https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/5325647-energy-star-impact-small-businesses/
The recent announcement by the administration
to defund the Energy Star program is an alarming
development for small and mid-size businesses that
have relied on its benchmarks for over 30 years.
From a purely business perspective, the
elimination of Energy Star isn’t merely about
labels on appliances; it directly impacts
operational costs, performance consistency and
market competitiveness.
The Energy Star program stands as a remarkably
successful example of a public-private partnership
that delivers substantial, measurable benefits to
American consumers and businesses and the
environment.
Energy Star has long provided clear and reliable
standards that have enabled small businesses to
make informed investments in energy-efficient
products. This clarity translates into direct
financial savings, reducing energy expenses by
up to 30 percent according to the Environmental
Protection Agency’s own data.
Especially for small businesses operating on
tight margins, these savings aren’t trivial —
they represent critical capital that can be
reinvested into core business activities such
as product development, hiring additional
employees or expanding market reach.
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