HR 7962
To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to modify the definition of water heater under energy conservation standards, and for other purposes.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to clarify the definition of a ‘water heater’ for energy conservation standards. It expands the definition to include various types of water heaters, such as heat pump models and instantaneous units, while also excluding certain commercial units. The bill also introduces requirements for testing electric storage water heaters, particularly regarding demand response capabilities, and establishes a process for monitoring shipments of exempted water heaters to track their prevalence.
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Jim Cooper
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