This document outlines the new ENERGY STAR ducted heat pump specification version 2.0.
From 1 April 2013, ducted heat pumps must meet all the listed criteria to be registered with the New Zealand ENERGY STAR programme and carry the ENERGY STAR mark, including provision of performance data at 2°C.
If you have products that qualify, or any questions about the specification, please email the ENERGY STAR team.
EECA recently consulted on changes to the minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) for heat pump/air conditioners. Following consideration of issues raised by submitters and further analysis with more recent sales data, EECA now proposes increasing the heating MEPS only.