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The Truth about DOE changes

Picture of Daniela Escudero Daniela Escudero : Jun 12, 2021

Pool Maintenance Industry News

 

Effective July 19, 2021, the DOE aims to reduce energy usage with new pool pump regulatory standards.

The Department of Energy has passed a new set of minimum performance standards for home and business in the United States. This new law is likely to eliminate special-rate and max-rate/full-rate motor horsepower ratings. 
 
This information can sound overwhelming at first, but we've pulled a simplified list from our distributor's resource center to help make these updates less overwhelming.
 

Here's what you need to know:

  • MAJOR BENEFITS FOR CUSTOMERS!
    • New labeling requirements make it easy for consumers to compare the efficiency of pumps
    • Higher efficiency standards help consumers save energy and money $$$
  • DEALER INVENTORY NOT AFFECTED
    • Dealers can sell and install any pump models until inventory runs out
    • After July 19, 2021, manufacturers are responsible for producing pumps that comply with new regulations
  • A NEW WAY TO MEASURE ENERGY EFFICIENCY
    • Weighted energy factor (WEF) is the new standard for evaluating pump efficiency
    • The higher the WEF rating, the more efficient the pump

 

Photo & information courtesy of Hayward Pool Products. For a more detailed list along with official resources, visit their DOE Resource Center.

A comprehensive rundown of the 2021 Department of Energy (DOE) Regulatory Changes is also available at 2021 Department of Energy (DOE) Regulatory Changes.

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