Energy: appliance standards and cost-effective measures.

Summary

The bill amends the Public Resources Code so the Energy Commission must apply existing appliance efficiency standards to the rental, import, distribution and lease of high‑energy or high‑water‑use appliances. It also directs the Commission to set and regularly update performance standards for lighting, insulation, climate‑control and water use in new residential and non‑residential buildings, with public hearings and cost‑effectiveness reviews. The changes aim to cut wasteful energy and water use and support grid reliability.

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