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Senate to review air conditioner and heat pump efficiencies. (Air).(U.S. Department of Energy )(Brief Article)
Pollution Engineering, July, 2002
The U.S. Department of Energy is expected to make a 20-percent increase in the efficiency of residential central air conditioners and heat pumps manufactured in 2006.
This standard could potentially reduce operating costs for consumers and small businesses, and make a positive impact on the environment. Senators expressed during debate that under federal law, the standard is applicable in all 50 states and must be economically justified and technologically feasible. Efficiency is a key issue because air conditioning can save lives during heat waves.
Some expressed that the new standard would be a challenge, as the cost of the new 13 SEER air conditioner would jump to $700, up from the 12 SEER price of $407. Debates continue amongst the Department of...
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