The Trump administration has announced plans to eliminate the Energy Star program, a popular initiative that has helped consumers save on energy bills for over three decades. Experts warn that the decision could lead to increased utility costs for households, as the program is credited with saving Americans around $40 billion annually. The Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) is also undergoing a reorganization that threatens to diminish its energy efficiency and climate initiatives. Appliance manufacturers are expressing concern over the potential impacts of these cuts. Critics question the rationale behind the termination of a program that has steered consumer choice and provided significant financial benefits to households. As the administration moves forward with these cuts, the future of energy efficiency standards remains uncertain.