Civil Penalties for Energy Conservation Standards Program Violations - Policy Statement

DOE policy regarding the imposition of civil penalties for violations of the EPCA energy conservation standards and related regulations

Office of the General Counsel

July 20, 2023
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DOE sets forth its policy regarding the imposition of civil penalties for violations of the EPCA energy and water conservations standards and requirements for consumer products and industrial equipment.  This policy statement provides background on DOE's penalty authority and sets forth DOE's basic approach to imposing penalties for violations of DOE's standards and certification requirements.