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Please explain the recent change in energy efficiency regulations for air conditioning equipment.
The new regulations, which went into effect in January 2007, raised the minimum efficiency required for new air conditioning equipment, specifically from 10 SEER to 13 SEER. (The efficiency of central air systems is regulated by the U.S. Department of Energy. Systems are tested and assigned a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio.).
Manufacturers are no longer making 10-SEER systems. While the regulation is relatively new, we've recommended 13-SEER equipment and higher for years.
Products: Trane Air Conditioners
Cool, comfortable, cleaner air with the durability and reliability of Trane.
XL16i
Ultra Efficiency
Whether it’s hot or mild, the Trane XL16i offers flexible family comfort. With two-stage cooling, your home will beat the heat, even in rooms that have proven to be hard to cool in the past. Learn more
XL20i
Ultra Efficiency
For the top of the line in cool comfort, look no further than the XL20i. It’s among the industry’s most efficient air conditioners available. What does that mean for you and your family? It means you’ll enjoy total comfort on the hottest days of the year and lower your cooling costs at the same time. Learn more
XL15i
Super Efficiency
The XL15i comes with a lot of noticeable benefits. Things like tough construction and efficient operation that lowers your energy bills. But one thing you won’t notice is when it’s running, because the XL15i is the quietest of all our single-stage systems. That’s comfort you can feel, and hear...or not hear! Learn more
XR13
High Efficiency
Expect cost-savings and comfort from the XR13. It’s extreme-weather tested, while packed with innovative Trane technology. It also comes with a SEER that meets new federal regulations. Cooling quietly and affordably, the XR13 turns your home into a haven. Learn more
XR15
High Efficiency
The new Trane XR15 delivers the reliability you’ve come to expect from Trane, while providing the energy efficiency you demand and deserve. The XR15, offers up to a 17.00 SEER rating with Trane variable speed furnaces, air handlers and Comfort Coils™. The split system air conditioner is available in 1.5 to 5 ton models. Learn more
XB13
Standard Efficiency
Step out of the heat and enter the comfort of cool air that the XB13 provides to your home. This unit combines innovative components that give long-lasting, reliable performance. And because the XB13 meets federal regulations for SEER, it’s also a cost-effective and smart way to relax and stay cool. Learn more
XB14
Standard Efficiency
Long-lasting reliability and durability make the XB14 a smart investment in comfort and efficiency. With up to a 16 SEER rating, it can overcome even the most stifling days with energy-conscious operation. The XB14 is the air conditioning unit you can rely on to keep you cool. Learn more
XB300
Standard Efficiency
Trane offers a full suite of quality, reliable systems, each constructed with incredible attention to detail and the finest materials available. With the XB300, you’ll find the quality, reliable performance you expect from a Trane system, in an entirely new compact design. There truly is a Trane for every home. Learn more
