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ACTION ALERT: Help Defend Federal Efficiency Standards

Submitted on May 27, 2025

The Trump Administration is proposing to weaken or eliminate long-standing federal standards for water- and energy-efficient products, such as toilets, faucets, dishwashers, and clothes washers. These rollbacks could cost Americans $43 billion over 30 years, harm local water supplies, and...

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Trump Administration Announces Plans to Cut Water & Energy Efficiency Standards

Submitted on May 14, 2025

After proposing changes in April to weaken federal showerhead efficiency standards, the Trump Administration is now pursuing even broader rollbacks. Media reports indicate that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is considering eliminating the successful, voluntary ENERGY STAR® program, which identifies...

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Water Efficiency Watch – April 2025

Submitted on April 1, 2025

In this issue... AWE Staff & Board of Directors 2025 Symposium Research Updates Policy Updates News from Members and Partners News Briefs AWE Staff & Board of Directors Introducing Our New Slate of Board Members In January, we were honored...

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AWE Seeks Applicants for Senior Manager of Programs and Policy

Submitted on March 20, 2025

Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) seeks a Senior Manager of Programs and Policy, a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Programs. This role contributes to AWE’s Policy and Program work, which includes research and analysis, education/training, technical assistance,...

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AWE Seeks Applicants for Member Relations and Events Manager

Submitted on February 3, 2025

Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) seeks a detail-oriented, highly organized Member Relations and Events Manager to grow its diverse membership base and program. Reporting to the Director of Communications and Membership, this role focuses on supporting AWE’s operations through efficient...

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