National Electrical Manufacturers v. United States Department of Energy

ELR Citation: 41 ELR 20267
No(s). 10-1533 (4th Cir. Aug 16, 2011)

The Fourth Circuit denied a petition challenging a DOE rule setting forth energy conservation standards for small electric motors. The motors covered by the rule are electric induction motors ranging in power output from 0.25 to 3 horsepower. In promulgating the rule, the DOE invoked its authori...