Session Details
11:00 - 12:00 PM
DAY 1
Room 2
Overcoming High Humidity Challenges: The Critical Role of Dedicated Dehumidification in Heat Pump Applications for Humid Climates
Heat Pump Design & Performance

Today’s AC Systems and Heat pumps, despite their efficiency in temperature control, often exhibit limited dehumidification capacity. This combined with mechanical ventilation and occupants can result in indoor relative humidity levels exceeding the ASHRAE recommendation of no greater than 60% for extended periods of time. This compromises occupant comfort, indoor air quality, and building integrity. The presentation will address the importance of dedicated humidity control, why homes are now seeing moisture issues, and detail how advanced dehumidification systems can integrate with heat pump installations to provide precise moisture control without sacrificing energy efficiency.

Nikki Krueger
Director of Marketing & Business Development, Santa Fe Dehumidifiers

Nikki Krueger is the Director of Marketing & Business Development for Santa Fe freestanding dehumidifiers and whole house ventilating dehumidifiers. She has been involved in the indoor air quality industry for over 20 years. She is a RESNET certified home energy rater, a member of the ACCA Manual Low Load Homes (LLH) Advisory Committee, sits on the building envelope committee for the Spray Polyurethane Foam Association, has completed the ACCA Residential Design for Quality Installation Certification, and recently served on the 2024 National Green Building Standard update committee.

She educates builders, HVAC contractors, architects, engineers, crawl space contractors, and other professionals in the industry on the building science of ventilation and moisture control in buildings