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Don't Sweat the HVAC Details: 2021 WSEC-R Changes

Code Academy
Breakout 1: 10:10 a.m.–11:10 a.m.

There are three big changes in a row coming for HVAC in residential new construction – WSEC 2021 R, HSPF 2, and soon a refrigerant transition. We will discuss each transition and some strategies to navigate changes in HVAC without too many growing pains. We will explore the following items in this session:

  • HSPF 2 transition

  • WSEC 2021 R and hot water options for multi-family

  • WSEC 2021 R fuel normalization table—heat pumps without supplemental

  • WSEC 2021 R requirements for cold climate heat pumps

  • Understanding NEEP cold climate heat pumps

  • Heat pump selection to avoid supplemental heat and comfort problems

  • Optimizing heat pump design with ductless and ducted indoor distribution options

  • Refrigerant transition

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