New energy efficiency rules for commercial refrigerators are withdrawn

The US Energy Department has withdrawn a rule that would have set new energy efficiency standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. This means the older, less strict standards will remain in place for these commercial refrigeration units.

The US government had tried to update energy efficiency standards for commercial refrigerators, which would have forced manufacturers to build more efficient units. This withdrawal means that manufacturers will not have to meet those stricter standards. It also means businesses buying these units will continue to face higher energy bills than they would have under the proposed rules.