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 10 2026

2026 CEC/EPRI Electrification Summit

June 10, 2026 | 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM
In-Person Only | Registration Required
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Jun 24 2026

Staff Workshop and 60-day Comment Period for Voluntary Performance Framework for Low-Power Modes

June 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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The California Energy Commission (CEC) will host a public workshop to present the draft staff report for Voluntary Performance Framework for Low-Power Modes, and to seek comments from interested members of the public regarding the draft staff report and the implementation of the Data Collection Procedure for the Low-Power Modes.

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