This report responds to a request received from Senator Frank Murkowski on December 20, 2001 to analyze the provisions of H.R. 4 and S. 1766 that pertain to efficiency standards in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The estimated effects of the provisions are analyzed quantitatively where feasible. Qualitative discussion is provided for the remaining standards-related provisions.

Contents	(complete Report)
Introduction
Analysis Summary
Air Conditioning Efficiency Standards
S.1766 Sec. 927
H.R. 4 Sec. 124
Energy Implications of the 12 SEER and 13 SEER Standards
Economic Implications of the 12 and 13 SEER Standards
Net Present Value Methodology
Torchiere Standards
Environmental Benefits from Torchiere and Air Conditioner and Heat Pump Standard
Illuminated Exit Signs
Low Voltage Dry-type Transformers
Voluntary Agreements in the Industrial Sector
Comparison of this Analysis to DOE's Standards Analysis
Uncertainties in Estimating Program Effectiveness
Contacts
Appendix A: Request Letter from Senator Frank Murkowski