Equipment installed on or after 1/1/23 must meet the New Efficiency Requirements:
HVAC System Type | Existing 2022 Efficiency Requirements | NEW 2023 Efficiency Requirements |
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Central Air Conditioner Tier 1 – Split System | ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 and ≥ 12.0 EER2 |
Central Air Conditioner Tier 1 – Single Package | ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 and ≥ 11.5 EER2 |
Central Air Conditioner Tier 2 – Split System | ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER | ≥ 16.9 SEER2 and ≥ 12.4 EER2 |
Central Air Conditioner Tier 2 – Single Package | ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER | ≥ 16.9 SEER2 and ≥ 11.5 EER2 |
SEER = Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating: A rating that denotes the efficiency of air conditioning equipment. The higher the SEER, the more efficient the unit and the lower the operating cost.
EER = Energy Efficiency Rating: The ratio of an air conditioning unit’s cooling capacity in British thermal units (Btus) per hour to the total electrical input in watts.