New Transformer Efficiency Rules Balance Climate Goals and Industry Concerns
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New efficiency standards for transformers aim to cut electricity waste and emissions, but faced backlash from manufacturers.
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The initial proposal would have required changes that manufacturers said were too costly and disruptive when transformers are already in short supply.
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The final standards still boost efficiency but allow more time for compliance and let companies continue making most existing transformer models.
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The rules strike a balance between emissions cuts and industry concerns, but miss bigger potential savings, critics argue.
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The changes drew praise from officials in states with electrical steel manufacturers like Pennsylvania and Ohio.