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Home » Events » Future Proofing MEP: Navigating the 2026 High Efficiency Water Heating Standards

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Future Proofing MEP: Navigating the 2026 High Efficiency Water Heating Standards

KEYWORDS: contractors / Department of Energy / engineers / MEP engineers / plumbing contractors / plumbing engineers / water efficiency / water heaters / water heating
11/13/24 2:00 pm to 11/13/25 12:00 pm EST
Contact: Ian

EARN: 0.1 ASPE CEU; 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 IACET CEU*; 1 PDH

In October 2026, the United States will enter a new era of water heating. The Department of Energy (DoE) will require all newly manufactured commercial water heaters to have a minimum thermal efficiency of 95% for gas-fired storage heaters, and 96% instantaneous gas-fired heaters.


These changes will require adjustment from engineers, contractors, and ownership groups for specification, installation and maintenance, including a change in venting practices. However, mastering the nuances of these new standards will allow you to maximize their benefits for you/your customer. Join our deep dive into DOE’s new standards so you can future-proof your MEP practice.


Learning Objectives:
  1. Explore what’s changing in the new 2026 DoE requirements and the impact on the commercial water heating industry
  2. Identify the impacts to engineers, contractors, and end-users
  3. Learn to avoid the common mistakes made when transitioning buildings to condensing technology
  4. Quantify the energy savings gained by utilizing high-efficiency technology

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