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Airbnb Helps Hosts Become More Energy Efficient

Airbnb partners with Abode to offer Massachusetts’ hosts up to $12,000

May 31, 2023

A new efficiency program in Massachusetts will give Airbnb hosts opportunities to reduce carbon emissions, cut energy costs, and live more comfortably.

METUS Plans for a ‘Heat Pump Nation’

The company’s new Florence distribution and training center is one step in aiding the nation’s adoption of heat pumps

Hannah Belloli

May 10, 2023

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METUS’ new Florence distribution and training center will reduce its carbon footprint, empower more HVACR technicians, create jobs, distribute heat pumps efficiently, and make America a “Heat Pump Nation.”

Electrification Trend Sparks Heat Pump Retrofits, Part 2

Managing customer expectations about energy efficiency, payback, and comfort

Joanna R. Turpin

May 5, 2023

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Many homeowners are replacing their gas furnaces with heat pumps, so contractors should educate them about the energy efficiency, payback, and comfort that they can anticipate with their new equipment.

Dual Fuel Heat Pumps: By the Numbers

Here are a few numbers for contractors to keep in mind when navigating conversations about dual fuel heat pumps

Hannah Belloli

May 1, 2023

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Contractors need to keep a few key numbers in mind when it comes to the incentives and energy savings dual fuel heat systems can provide them and their customers.

Electrification Trend Sparks Heat Pump Retrofits, Part 1

Replacing a gas furnace with a heat pump can require expensive system modifications

Joanna R. Turpin

April 24, 2023

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Replacing a gas furnace with a heat pump can be challenging and costly, as modifications may need to be made to the ductwork and electric panel.

Rheem Heat Pump Exceeds DOE Specs in Cold Climate Challenge

April 18, 2023

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Following testing, it was determined that Rheem’s residential heat pump had delivered outstanding results in the challenge.

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Trane Product Releases Aim to Help Customers Meet Decarbonization, Efficiency Goals

April 18, 2023

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Trane introduces Thermal Battery™ Storage-Source Heat Pump System, Trane/Mitsubishi Electric HVRF, Versatile Axiom™ Water Source Heat Pumps, Next-Generation Precedent® Rooftop Units, and two enhanced air handlers.

5 Things HVAC Contractors Need to Remember When Installing Heat Pumps

Installers will play a vital role if heat pumps are to succeed

Kyle Gargaro

April 14, 2023

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At the annual ACCA Conference, technical services director Wes Davis talks about five items an HVAC contractors needs to know before installing a residential heat pump.

LG Electronics Identifies Heat Pumps as Key Element of Green, Smart Home Ecosystem

April 14, 2023

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Thomas Yoon, president and CEO, LG North America CEO, addresses barriers to market growth at a recent White House executive roundtable.

LG Plans US Heat Pump Factory

Announcement made as industry leaders discuss barriers to their wider adoption

Matt Jachman

April 12, 2023

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HVAC industry leaders gathered at the White House for a discussion of heat pump manufacturing and deployment. The greater use of heat pumps is part of the Biden Administration’s decarbonization strategy.