Biden Administration Finalizes New Energy Efficiency Standards for Lightbulbs

The new regulations will more than double the efficiency of common lightbulbs, aiming to cut energy costs and reduce carbon emissions.

The Department of Energy announced the final rules for lightbulbs, which will require most to achieve over 120 lumens per watt by 2028.
Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm emphasized the move as a key step in reducing energy costs and addressing climate change.
The regulations are expected to save American households approximately $1.6 billion annually and cut 70 million metric tons of carbon emissions over three decades.
LED bulbs will be the primary compliant products, as they are significantly more efficient than other types.
The policy targets a wide range of household appliances as part of a broader effort to enhance energy efficiency and combat global warming.