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Best Practices for the Retrofit Installation of HPWHs
Author: Richard Heath & Associates, Inc. rhainc.com
This document includes the most current best practices for unitary HPWH systems collaboratively developed by industry experts. The best practices are not meant to serve as a comprehensive training tool. Instead, this document was developed to help instructors and others cross-reference existing content to identify potential gaps.
Service Upgrades for Electrification Retrofits Study Final Report
This report conducted on behalf of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) began in June 2021 with the goals to examine both the processes and costs required to upgrade electrical service capacity when completing residential electrification retrofits, and make recommendations to PG&E and SDG&E and future program implementers on process improvements for integrating service upgrades into electrification projects.
The Role of Electric Panels in Rapid, Affordable Home Decarbonization
This report by Build It Green covers topics such as why home electrification matters, the issue with electrical panels, and strategies to avoid panel upsizing.
Job Aids for the Retrofit Installation of Heat Pump Water Heaters
Job Aids are a visual field guide for contractors to use in the field and for educators to use while training. This document provides step-by-step instructions for HPWH retrofit installations with accompanying photos demonstrating the installation process. It was informed by a pool of subject matter experts and advisory groups and has been successfully piloted by contractors in the field.