Condensing Boilers
Update: GSA’s 2024 P100 requires electrification for any new or replacement HVAC or domestic water heating equipment. Equipment that uses steam, hot water, or chilled water from a conventional fuel–burning source, need an approved P100 waiver. If receiving a waiver, condensing boilers are recommended over conventional gas boilers.
Condensing boilers are more efficient because they capture the heat that conventional boilers lose through steam. The GSA Proving Ground evaluated condensing boilers at two locations. Savings ranged between 14% and 24%. View full-size infographic. [PDF - 232 KB]
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