DOE Removes 6,000 Energy Conservation Pages During Historic Heatwave

The US Department of Energy deleted approximately 6,000 web pages covering energy conservation topics in July 2026, including thermostat guidance recommending 75–78°F settings. The deletions occurred during a historic heatwave that pushed New York City temperatures above 100°F for two consecutive days. No public announcement preceded the removal. The Internet Archive has preserved the content. The timing follows Republican criticism of NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's identical thermostat advice, which aligned with the DOE's own official guidance.