California AB2458 establishes energy and water efficiency standards for appliances and buildings.

California AB2458 mandates the California Energy Commission to set energy and water efficiency standards for appliances and buildings. The bill requires the commission to adopt standards that increase efficiency in energy and water use for new systems and techniques. It also mandates public meetings to involve parties subject to proposed regulations. The standards must be cost-effective, considering factors like the impact on housing costs and the total statewide costs and benefits.

California AB2458 establishes energy and water efficiency standards for appliances and buildings.

California AB2458 mandates the California Energy Commission to set energy and water efficiency standards for appliances and buildings. The bill requires the commission to adopt standards that increase efficiency in energy and water use for new systems and techniques. It also mandates public meetings to involve parties subject to proposed regulations. The standards must be cost-effective, considering factors like the impact on housing costs and the total statewide costs and benefits.