Retain cost-effective Energy Star program for environmental, financial benefits

The Energy Star program has proven immensely valuable in encouraging energy efficiency and reducing household energy costs. Eliminating it would be a step backward, directly contradicting promises to ease financial burdens on American families. For a modest $32 million annual investment, the program facilitates over $40 billion in consumer savings each year - a remarkable 350-fold return. Its near-universal support from manufacturers, retailers, builders and the public underscores its effectiveness and popularity. I urge you to reconsider terminating this successful public-private partnership that benefits both the environment and consumer pocketbooks.