Date
Inquiry

ID Request for a foot pedal design that reduces water and DHW energy consumption at the kitchen sink. The technology relies on a hand-free pedal that must be depressed in order for water to flow from the kitchen faucet. According to the manufacturer, the technology is expected to reduce water consumption at the kitchen faucet by approximately 25%.

Ruling

No ID point should be awarded for foot-pedal faucet controls until independent studies based on residential field tests can document significant water savings using this approach.
Updated 10/1/13 for rating system applicability.

Internationally Applicable
Off
Campus Applicable
Off