California considers commercial dishwasher efficiency standards
The California Energy Commission (CEC) issued proposed test procedures, efficiency standards, and reporting requirements for commercial dishwashers used in the state. CEC will host a public workshop to discuss the proposal April 15, 10 a.m. – Noon Pacific. Remote attendance is welcome. Stakeholders can submit comments during the workshop or in writing by May 12. NAFEM will submit comments based on member input. Contact advocacy@nafem.org by April 20 to get involved.
DOE restructures critical minerals and energy innovation programs
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) introduced a new three-pillar organization structure to better focus on key energy and security challenges. The structure includes new offices of:
- Critical Minerals, Materials and Manufacturing
- Energy Technology
- Innovation, Affordability and Consumer Choice
See the link above for details.