Jul 8, 2013 — Pre-release of Final Rule
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY 10 CFR Part 433 [Docket No.: EERE-2011-BT-STD-0055]
Excerpt: Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR Program http://www.eere.energy.gov/femp/procurement http://www.energystar.gov/products Federal agencies are required by the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to specify Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) designated or ENERGY STAR equipment, including building mechanical and lighting equipment and builder-supplied appliances, for purchase and installation in all new construction. This equipment is generally more efficient than the corresponding requirements of ASHRAE Standard...
SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is publishing this final rule to implement provisions in the Energy Conservation and Production Act (ECPA) that require DOE to update the baseline Federal energy efficiency performance standards for the construction of new Federal commercial and multi-family high-rise residential buildings. This rule updates the baseline Federal commercial standard to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and AirConditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Standard 90.1-2010.