The Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) applauds the Department of Energy and the Trump Administration for its recent deregulatory decision to withdraw a proposed, unjustified dehumidifier energy standard. The dehumidifier standard would have saved some American consumers just $.58 per month over the life of the product. Based on DOE’s analysis, the proposed standards would have resulted in costs—not savings—to over a third of American consumers. All energy savings opportunities must be weighed against the overall impact to the purchaser. This action aligns with the administration's high-level goals to enhance affordability and offer consumers a broader range of appliance choices.
“Reducing regulatory burden, such as through this decision, empowers manufacturers to innovate and provide consumers with diverse, cost-effective options. Consumers benefit when they can select from a wide variety of appliances that suit their needs and budgets,” stated AHAM President & CEO, Kelly Mariotti. “Streamlining regulations will help to alleviate pressures on the manufacturing sector.”
