In HVAC in particular, this means developing and planning ahead to develop, equipment that regulates our temperature and air quality effectively, and also more efficiently..
In Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975, DOE was given authority to develop, revise, and implement conservation standards for the in our homes.
Given the dramatic differences in average temperatures, humidity, and severity of peak seasons, DOE decided to create separate standards for homes in the northern parts of United States and those in the southern parts..
It represents the total cooling of conditioner or heat pump during the normal cooling season, as compared to the total input consumed during that same period...
By raising the efficiency requirements for your, In 2016, SEER2 protocols were developed.
This means that in our area, we will be required to sell more HVAC systems and homeowners will be able to purchase SEER2 compliant systems for their homes...
When SEER2 goes into effect, DOE calculates that these households will save between $2.5 and $12.2 BILLION on energy bills during the 30-year period...
HVAC equipment in the southern part of the country will need to be more energy-efficient and have SEER2 rating of 15.
it'll be like getting 35 miles to the gallon instead of 30 which is great thing in the long run..
or if your HVAC system is getting old or having trouble keeping up with the demands for your home, you should start planning for SEER2-compliant system now..
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