Jeremy Simons

Energy Star awards its blue and white logo to the most efficient appliances and buildings.

For the first time, Congress specifically instructed that just over $33 million be spent on the program.

Previously, this specific amount was left to the White House's discretion.

Jeremy Simons is with the Environmental Protection Network.

The Environmental Protection Agency didn't answer questions about staffing plans.

Much of Energy Star's workers have retired, left, or were reassigned during the Trump administration's government reorganization.

Jeff Brady, NPR News.