The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has received a petition for waiver and interim waiver from CellarPro, seeking an exemption from the standard test procedure for specified models of walk-in cooler refrigeration systems. CellarPro argues that the current procedure does not accurately represent the true energy consumption of their models, which are specifically designed for wine storage at higher temperatures than typical coolers. DOE has issued an Interim Waiver Order, requiring CellarPro to use an alternate test procedure that accounts for these design differences, and is seeking public comments on this petition. This decision is based on DOE's acknowledgment that the standard test procedure does not fit the unique characteristics of these systems.
Simple Explanation
The Energy Department is letting a company called CellarPro test their special coolers in a different way because they work differently from normal ones, especially since they are made to keep wine at good temperatures. They are asking people to share their thoughts on this new testing method.