FLORIDA BUILDING COMMISSION
2010 FLORIDA ENERGY CODE WORKGROUP
September
3, 2009—Meeting VI
Hilton University of Florida
1714 SW 34th.
Street—Gainesville, Florida 32607—1.352.371.3600
Meeting Objectives
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To Approve
Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda and Summary Report)
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To Identify
Issues and Options Regarding Project Tasks and Sub-Tasks
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To Discuss
and Evaluate Level of Acceptability of Proposed Options
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To Consider
Public Comment
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To Identify
Needed Next Steps and Agenda Items for Next Meeting
All
Agenda Times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment—Are Subject to Change
Meeting Agenda
10:00 Welcome and Opening
Agenda
Review and Approval
May 28, 2009 Facilitator’s
Summary Report Approval
Develop
Strategic Plan for Energy Standards Revision (Task 46, Pursuant to 553.9061
F.S.)
Discussion, Identification and
Evaluation in Turn of Issues and Options Regarding
Project Tasks and Sub-Tasks—AC equipment replacement; Humidity and moisture
control problems; Specific building options to achieve energy efficiency improvements;
Energy efficient
pools systems; Green roofs and cool roofs; and,
2010 FBC energy requirements.
General
Public Comment
Review of
Workgroup Delivery and Meeting Schedule
Next Steps:
Agenda Items, Needed Information, Assignments, Date & Location
Adjourn
Contact Information and Project Webpage
Jeff Blair: jblair@fsu.edu ; http://consensus.fsu.edu/FBC/2010-Florida-Energy-Code.html
2010
Florida Energy Code Workgroup
Steve Bassett, Rusty Carroll, Bob Cochell, Phillip Fairey, Dale Greiner, Jeff
Gross, Jeff Householder,
Bill Kent, Tom Larson, Larry
Maxwell, Donny Pittman, Paul Savage, Drew Smith, Jeff Stone, and
Rob Vickers.
Meeting Dates
February 3, 2009:
Melbourne, March 5, 2009: Cape Canaveral, March 27, 2009: Tampa,
April 30, 2009: Tallahassee,
May 28, 2009: Tallahassee, September 3, 2009: Gainesville.
OVERVIEW AND PROJECT SCOPE
Governor Crist directed
the Commission to increase building energy efficiency requirements by 15% in
his July 2007 Executive Order 127. In addition, the 2008 Legislature through
passage of The
Energy Act of 2008 created a suite of energy related assignments for the
Building Commission. The Energy Code provisions were a major focus of the
Commission during 2008, and the Commission increased the thermal efficiency
requirements for the Florida Energy Code by 15% and integrated the enhanced
requirements into the 2007 Florida Building Code. The Commission reviewed
energy related code amendments adopted in the 2007 Florida Building Code Update
to determine their cumulative level of increased efficiency, and adopted
additional amendments required to achieve Governor Crist’s directive of 15%
increased efficiency. During 2008 the Energy Code was amended by administrative
rule and then the revised Energy Code was adopted into the 2007 Florida
Building Code during the 2008 “glitch” cycle concurrently with the March 1,
2009 effective date for the 2007 Florida Building Code. Working with stakeholders using
consensus-building workgroups, the Commission was able to achieve the 15%
increase in efficiency in buildings and implement code amendments that are
efficient, consistent, understandable and enforceable for the full spectrum of
Energy Code users.
The Commission’s Energy
Code Workgroup will develop recommendations regarding energy conservation
measures for increasing efficiency requirements in the 2010 FBC by 20% as
required by law.
Study Energy Conservation Measures and Develop a
Plan for 20% Increased Efficiency Requirement for 2010 FBC
Section 109, HB 7153
establishes a schedule for increases in building energy efficiency
requirements. This task expands the study of energy conservation measures for
residential buildings to investigation of efficiency options for commercial
buildings and the development of a plan to implement the requirements of the
new law. Section 553.9061 “Scheduled increases in thermal efficiency
standards.” was created to establish percent increases in efficiency to be
implemented in the 2010, 2013, 2016 and 2019 Code.
With the adoption of the
Glitch Amendments to the 2007 Edition of the Florida Building Code and the
revisions to Rule 9B-13 Thermal Efficiency Standards, the Commission
implemented a strategy for increasing the energy efficiency provisions of the
Code by 15%. The Commission’s Energy Code Workgroup and Energy TAC are working
with stakeholder to evaluate options for achieving an additional 5% increase
for the 2010 Edition of the Code, and for achieving the progressive increases
in efficiency required for subsequent editions of the code.
Develop Rule for Energy Code Cost Effectiveness
Test
Section
109, HB 7153 directs the Commission develop a rule for determining cost
effectiveness of energy conservation measures to be considered for inclusion in
the Florida Energy Code. The rule must be completed and applied to the update
of the energy provisions of the for the 2010 Florida Building Code.
“(3) The Florida Building Commission shall, prior
to implementing the goals established in subsection (1), adopt by rule and
implement a cost-effectiveness test for proposed increases in energy
efficiency. The cost-effectiveness test shall measure cost-effectiveness and
shall ensure that energy efficiency increases result in a positive net
financial impact.”
The Commission will be
working with stakeholders during 2009 to develop cost effectiveness test
criteria to be applied to justification for increased residential building
energy efficiency requirements. The Commission will conclude rule making in
time for the adopted rule to be effective prior to the 2010 Code adoption
process.
Identify Specific Building Options to Achieve the
Energy Efficiency Improvements
The Energy Act of 2008 (HB 7135) directs the Commission to include, as
a minimum, certain technologies for achieving enhanced building
efficiency targets established by the Act in the Florida Energy Code. The
Building Code Act of 2008 (HB 697) directs the Commission to
facilitate and promote the use of certain renewable energy technologies.
The Commission’s Energy
Code Workgroup will work with stakeholders beginning in early 2009 on a
comprehensive evaluation of options for achieving energy efficiency initiatives
for the Florida Building Code including: mandated increases in energy
efficiencies for subsequent editions of the Code, criteria for cost
effectiveness test for increases in energy efficiency, studying energy
conservation measures for replacement of air conditioning equipment, and
investigating humidity and moisture control problems for hot and humid climates.
Develop Design Criteria for Energy Efficient Pool Systems
The Energy act of 2008
(HB 7135) directs adoption of pool pump efficiencies in the 2010 Code. During discussions with
the Florida Spa and Pool Association regarding energy efficiency requirements for
pool pumps members suggested improved efficiency could be achieved through
criteria for pool hydronic system design. This initiative would be conducted in coordination
with the national industry and other state’s initiatives currently underway.
Investigate Humidity Control Problems for Hot and
Humid Climates
At
the recommendation of the Energy TAC, the Commission convened a Regional AC
Efficiency Workgroup since the USDOE now has authority to develop and adopt
regional AC efficiency standards. The Workgroup was charged with developing
recommendations on whether the Commission and DCA should recommend to the
United States Department of Energy (USDOE) regional AC efficiency standards for
the hot and humid climate, and if determined a regional
standard is a good strategy, then to develop recommendations for the technical
requirements. The Workgroup investigated the feasibility of a hot-and-humid
climate regional efficiency rating for air-conditioner and heat-pump systems,
and recommended that the Commission should develop recommendations regarding AC equipments’ role in controlling
humidity and moisture in buildings.
Following
the first meeting, the scope of the Workgroup was changed to develop
recommendations regarding AC equipments’ role in controlling humidity and
moisture in buildings in a hot and humid climate. The Workgroup is tasked with
considering a range of issues and options regarding the manufacturing, design
and installation of AC equipment in controlling moisture and preventing mold
and mildew in the hot and humid Florida climate.
In addition, air conditioning contractors raised
the concern that building energy efficiency optimization, commodity grade air
conditioning systems and mechanical systems construction practices are
combining to cause indoor humidity control problems.
Study Energy Conservation Measures for Replacement
of Air Conditioning Equipment
This task is a recommendation of the Commission’s
Energy TAC resulting from consideration of Energy Code amendment proposals
regarding replacement air-conditioning systems at the October 2008 meeting.
ENERGY
CODE TASKS FROM COMMISSION WORKPLAN
The 2008 Legislature established several
directions for development of the Florida Energy Code provisions of the 2010
Florida Building Code. The broadest direction is the requirement for 20%
increase in efficiency and the other tasks fall under it. Three additional not
legislated energy code related tasks are on the work plan also. All tasks must
be coordinated for determination of the requirements for the 2010 Code.
Consequently, they are organized under the broad task.
Primary
Task -
35. Study Energy Conservation Measures Code Compliance Methods
and Develop a Plan for Increased Efficiency Requirements for Future FBC’s (HB
697 and HB 7135)
Origination: The 2008 Legislature directed the Commission
to enact specific increase in
building
energy efficiency requirements in HB 697 (Building Code) and HB 7135 (Energy).
This
task
initiates the study and development of a schedule of increasing requirements,
the first of
which are to be enacted in
the 2010 FBC whose development begins in 2009.
Sub-Tasks
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27.
Develop Rule for Energy Code Cost Effectiveness
Test (HB 687 and HB 7135)
Schedule for Sub-Task 27:
Appoint Work Group 12/9/08
Work Group/TAC meetings to develop recommendation 2/03/09
3/05/09
3/27/09
Rule Development Workshop 4/09
Rule Adoption Hearing 6/09
Notice of Change
Published 7/3/09
Rule Effective 9/1/09
Status: Pending
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39. Study Energy Conservation
Measures for Replacement of Air Conditioning Equipment
Origination: Recommendation of the Energy TAC resulting
from consideration of Energy Code amendment proposals regarding replacement
air-conditioning systems at the October 2008 meeting. Approved by the
Commission October 15,2008.
Schedule:
Work Group/TAC considers options and develops
consensus plan 3/27/09
4/30/09
5/28//09
Recommendations to Commission 12/09
Proposals for 2010 FBC submitted for adoption 3/10
(See
2010 FBC development schedule)
Status: In progress
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46. Develop Strategic
Plan for Energy Standards Revision Pursuant to s.553.9061, F.S.
Subtask 46
Schedule:
Workgroup appointed 12/9/08
Workgroup meetings 4/30/09
5/28/09
8/11/09
9/09
Recommendations to Commission 10/09
Status: In Progress
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Origination: The 2008 Legislature directed the Commission
to enact specific increases in
building
energy efficiency requirements in HB 697 (Building Code) and HB 7135 (Energy).
This
sub- task
initiates the study and development of a schedule.
47. Develop
Recommendations for 20% Increased Energy Efficiency Requirement for 2010 FBC
(HB 697 and HB 7135)
This task
integrates the outputs of Task 35 and the Sub-tasks to develop a draft of
Energy Code chapters for the 2010 FBC.
Schedule:
Workgroup appointed 12/9/08
Commission approves output of Task 27 and adopts requisite Rule 6/9/09 Workgroup
recommends strategic plan for Commission approval 10/12/09
Contractor and Workgroup develop draft 2010 Energy chapters 9/09 -12/09
Proposals for 2010 FBC submitted for adoption 1/09
Status: Pending
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Origination: In addition to the directives indicated in
Task 35 and sub-tasks, the 2008 Legislature
amended
the building code law to require the IECC be adopted as a foundation code to be
amended not
less
stringent than the Florida Energy Efficiency Code for Building Construction.
The building code law
requires
updating the Code every three years with the 2010 FBC the next edition.
42. Identify Specific Building Options to Achieve the Energy
Efficiency Improvements (list identified in HB 697 and HB 7135)
Schedule:
To be conducted as
part of 2010 FEC recommendations development Task 47
Origination: Energy act of 2008 (HB 7135) directs the
Commission to include, as a minimum,
certain
technologies for achieving enhanced building efficiency targets established by
the Act in
the
Florida Energy Code. The Building Code act of 2008 (HB 697) directs the
Commission to
facilitate and promote the use of certain
renewable energy technologies.
26.
Investigate
Humidity Control Problems for Hot and Humid Climates
Schedule: In Progress
To be conducted throughout the project
Orgination: The original workgroup recommended not pursuing special
ratings for AC equipment used in hot and humid climates and recommended
addressing the concerns with matching equipment moisture removal capabilities
to building latent and sensible heat loads through the Florida Energy Code.
Potential moisture control problems will be a part of the consideration for how
to achieve improved building energy efficiencies directed by law.
Status: for Sub-Tasks 42 & 26: Pending
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20%
29.
Develop Criteria for Energy Efficient Pool and Spa Systems
Subtask 29
Schedule:
Pool Sub-workgroup appointed 4/8/09
Workgroup meetings 6/8/09
8/12/09
10/14/09
Recommendations to Commission 12/09
Proposals for 2010 FBC submitted for adoption 3/10
(See
2010 FBC development schedule)
Status: Pending
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Origination: Energy act of 2008 (HB 7135) directs adoption
of pool pump efficiencies in the
2010 FBC.
During discussions with the
Florida Spa and Pool Association regarding energy
efficiency requirements for pool pumps
members suggested improved efficiency could be
achieved through criteria for pool
hydronic system design.
45. Evaluate
Requirements for Green Roofs Recognition in Florida Building Code
Subtask 45
Schedule:
Cool Roofs Workgroup appointed 4/8/09
Workgroup meetings 10/09
Recommendations to Commission 12/09
Proposals for 2010 FBC submitted for adoption 12/09
(See
2010 FBC development schedule)
Status: Pending
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Origination: Energy act of 2008 (HB 7135) directs the
Commission to include, as a minimum,
certain
technologies for achieving enhanced building efficiency targets established by
the Act in
the
Florida Energy Code. Energy efficient roofs are one category. The Building Code
act of 2008
(HB 697)
directs the Commission to
facilitate and promote the use of certain renewable energy
technologies. The Roofing TAC
requested a special committee to address green roofs at the
December
2008 Commission meeting.
FLORIDA
ENERGY CODE WORKGROUP PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES
PARTICIPANTS’ ROLE
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The Workgroup
process is an opportunity to explore possibilities. Offering or exploring an
idea does not necessarily imply support for it.
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Listen to
understand. Seek a shared understanding even if you don’t agree.
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Be focused
and concise—balance participation & minimize repetition. Share the airtime.
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Look to the
facilitator(s) to be recognized. Please raise your hand to speak.
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Speak one
person at a time. Please don’t interrupt each other.
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Focus on
issues, not personalities. Avoid stereotyping or personal attacks.
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To the extent
possible, offer options to address other’s concerns, as well as your own.
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Participate
fully in discussions, and complete meeting assignments as requested.
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Serve as an
accessible liaison, and represent and communicate with member’s constituent
group(s).
FACILITATORS’ ROLE (FCRC Consensus Center @ FSU)
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Design and
facilitate a participatory workgroup process.