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Electric coffeemaker
For the first time since 2005, New Jersey is moving to establish minimum energy- and water-efficiency standards for a wide range of household appliances and commercial products.
The legislation (S-3324), approved Thursday by the Senate Environment and Energy Committee in a four-to-one vote, is designed to align with other steps by the Murphy administration to reduce energy use and conserve water by requiring more efficient toilets, faucets and showerheads.
In the long run, the more efficient appliances are expected to save consumers money by reducing water and energy bills. They will also reduce emissions contributing to climate change and improve air quality, particularly in low-income communities, which already are disproportionately affected by pollution, advocates said.