Appliance Efficiency Regulations - Title 20

California appliance regulations, combined with federal standards, set minimum efficiency levels for energy and water consumption in products, such as consumer electronics, household appliances, and plumbing equipment. Learn more about appliance standards and how manufacturers can comply.

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Appliance Efficiency Outreach and Education

Appliance specific fact sheets, frequently asked questions, and training tools about the appliance efficiency requirements (Title 20).

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Appliance Efficiency Rulemakings

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The standards are developed with industry, energy efficiency advocates, and others through an open, transparent process. View ongoing appliance efficiency rulemakings, pre-rulemakings, and recently adopted standards.

Appliance Efficiency Proceedings - Title 20

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Jun 05 2024

Lead Commissioner Hearing

June 5, 2024 | 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Remote Access or In-Person
The California Energy Commission (CEC) will host a hybrid in-person and remote-access hearing led by the CEC’s lead Commissioner for energy efficiency, Commissioner J. Andrew McAllister.
Sep 11 2024

Public Hearing and Adoption by Commission

September 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Remote Access Only
The CEC will hold a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments on the proposed standards at the date and time listed. Interested persons, or their authorized representative, may present oral and written statements, arguments, or contentions relevant to the proposed standards at the public hearing.

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