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UES Measures Standard protocols list Demand Response Technologies Supporting Documents Propose a measure or standard protocol Proposed measures and status Whole Building Efforts

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AgriculturalBehaviorCommercial and Industrial (non-HVAC and WH)Commercial HVAC and Water HeatingConnected ThermostatsDemand ResponseDistribution EfficiencyGuidelinesImplementers GroupModelingNatural GasNew HomesNon-Residential LightingOperationsRefrigerationResearch and EvaluationResidential AppliancesResidential HVAC and Water HeatingSmall and Rural UtilitiesWeatherizationWhole Building
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Residential HVAC and Water Heating

At a Glance

Status 
active
Sector 
residential

Next Meeting

Mar 2026 27 Fri
Residential HVAC Subcommittee - Cold Climate/High Perf CDHP Specifications 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Previous Meeting

Mar 2026 12 Thu
Residential HVAC: No and Minimal ER Heat Measure Application Specs 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
Summary

This subcommittee convenes on an as-needed basis as a technical subcommittee of the RTF. This subcommittee supports the update and development of conservation measures for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and water heating equipment in residential buildings, including RTF measures for air source heat pumps and heat pump water heaters.

In 2026, these related subcommittees and materials were archived:

  • Ground Source Heat Pumps
  • Heat Pump Water Heaters
  • Ductless Heat Pumps
  • Heat Pump Commissioning, Controls, and Sizing; and Performance Tested Comfort Systems

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