Covered Processes

Related Measures

• Nonresidential Steam Trap Monitoring

  The proposal for the steam traps monitoring code change requires mandatory automatic monitoring equipment in new construction, and additions and alterations for large installations of all steam trap types. The change impacts all industries using steam traps from oil and gas producers to food processing, hospitals, and universities. The site installation size limits proposed are intended to trigger the code for sites that will be installing a significant number of steam traps and thereby generate a significant savings potential while allowing the smaller users to operate using manual inspection and monitoring methods which are more suited to their specific usage groups.

• Nonresidential Pipe Sizing and Leak Testing for Compressed Air Systems

  The Statewide CASE Team is proposing to require standardized compressed air distribution piping design for the minimization of frictional losses and resulting excessive compressor discharge pressure setpoints. The Statewide CASE Team is proposing to require leak detection and metering of compressed air systems as part of the commissioning of new systems and new sections of piping as well as for ongoing operations in a plant.

• Nonresidential Controlled Environment Horticulture

  The Statewide CASE Team proposes to evaluate indoor horticulture measures for inclusion in the 2022 update cycle of Title 24, Part 6, Building Energy Efficiency Standards. The proposed measures aim to save energy and water, while maintaining product quality and production volume for crops grown in non-stacked and stacked indoor farms. The Statewide CASE Team will consider the plant growth requirements for the following crops in the evaluation of the proposed measures: cannabis, microgreens, vegetable transplants, basil (representing herbs category), lettuce (representing leafy greens category), tomatoes (representing vine plants category), and roses. 

• Nonresidential Refrigeration System Opportunities

  The California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) currently includes mandatory efficiency requirements for refrigeration systems serving refrigerated warehouses and retail spaces with walk-in coolers or freezers or refrigerated display cases. This measure proposes code change proposals that will improve energy performance end reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from refrigeration systems in refrigerated warehouse, retail stores, and commercial kitchens. Requirements for commercial kitchens would apply to a variety of building types including restaurants, schools, and hospitals.