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U.S. President Trump signs joint resolutions in the Oval Office at the White House

Politics May 09

WATCH: Trump signs measures rolling back Biden-era energy efficiency regulations

By Associated Press

Nation Jan 22

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump at the Oval Office in Washington
Trump takes aim at high-efficiency household items, hopes to make showerheads and toilets flow greatly again

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…

By Alexa St. John, Seth Borenstein, Associated Press

Politics Jun 14

FILE PHOTO: The U.S. Capitol building in Washington
Republican-controlled House approves bills to protect gas stoves amid air quality concerns

Bills approved this week would prohibit use of federal money to regulate gas stoves as a hazardous product and block an Energy Department rule setting stricter energy efficiency standards for stovetops and ovens.

By Matthew Daly, Associated Press

Nation Dec 24

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the Turning Point USA Student Action Summit at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. December 21, 2019. REUTERS/Marco Bello/File Photo
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How Trump’s stance on energy-efficient appliances is connected to nostalgia

For years, Washington has seen a bipartisan push to change laws, regulations and incentives to make household appliances and goods more energy efficient. In a warming world, many scientists and advocates say even tougher standards should be set. But President…

Politics Sep 04

Trump administration switches off rule for energy-saving light bulbs

The Energy Department's move is a reversal in a years-long push to switch Americans to bulbs that use less electricity.

By Associated Press

Mar 06

How to save energy in your home with these smart, affordable upgrades

By Rashmi Shivni, Teresa Carey

Five experts provided their recommendations for smart upgrades to help improve your standard of living by making your home a little "smarter."…

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Jun 22

Energy Secretary Rick Perry distances himself from Trump’s proposed budget cuts

By Matthew Daly, Associated Press

As senators condemned the budget at a hearing, Energy Secretary Rick Perry made it clear he did not have a say on the request submitted to Congress.

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Apr 30

Obama to sign bill to boost energy efficiency in buildings

By Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is signing long-delayed legislation to boost energy efficiency in buildings.

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Jul 02

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G8 Leaders Urged to Turn Attention to Food Crisis

Ahead of the Group of Eight summit in Japan next week, World Bank President Robert Zoellick is calling on world leaders to renew their focus on the global food crisis what efforts to address food shortages as commodities' values escalate.

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Jul 06

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Live Earth Concert To Serve as Call for Action

Hundreds of music stars are expected to perform at the Live Earth concert over the weekend, which is set to draw attention to the world's environmental problems. A Rolling Stone editor discusses the cultural impact of the show.

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