Heat Pumps News & Trends

Siemens has published its fiscal year 2023 Sustainability Report which demonstrates strong progress towards a range of targets. Since the baseline year of fiscal 2019, the CO2 emissions within Siemens’ own operations have been halved. In addition, more than 90 percent of Siemens’ business enables customers to have a positive sustainability impact: With the aid of Siemens technologies sold in fiscal 2023, customers will avoid around 190 million tons of CO2 emissions–an imp...

ABM, a pioneering provider of facility services, infrastructure and eMobility solutions, announced the initiation of an Energy Performance Contracting program for Orange County Public Schools (“OCPS”), in central Virginia, USA. This marks the third energy savings project for OCPS by ABM. This new project creates an additional $6.7 million in projected energy and operating cost savings over a twenty-year period and includes an extensive upgrade to a critical HVAC mechanical system an...

Budderfly, the premier sustainability partner for businesses with repeatable footprints, announced a strategic partnership with Fujitsu General America, Inc., a subsidiary of one of Japan’s providers of air conditioning and heat pump equipment Fujitsu General Limited, to develop and deploy high-efficiency energy technologies for mid-market businesses across the United States. AIRSTAGE Variable Refrigerant Flow Under the terms of the agreement, Budderfly will leverage FGAI’s AI...

According to a survey of U.S. homeowners conducted by Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), 63% of American homeowners have heard of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and 54% ranked government incentive (such as a tax credit or rebate) as one of their top three reasons why they would consider installing a heat pump. These findings, among others, were uncovered by the METUS 2023 Heat Pumps & Homeowners Index. The survey explored American homeowners’ attitudes toward the IRA a...

Release of the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Energy Efficiency 2023 report shows that not enough progress is being made on energy efficiency. The report reveals a slowing in global improvements in energy intensity-the IEA’s primary measure of energy efficiency–and, in response, Danfoss President and CEO, Kim Fausing is calling on governments to commit to doubling the rate of energy efficiency improvements by 2030 at COP28 to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Keys to me...

Four Evomod 1000kW output boilers from Ideal Heating – Commercial Products have been installed at Beetham Tower in Manchester, which has the distinction of being one of the UK’s tallest buildings outside of London. improve energy efficiency The 47-storey building, which is home to the Hilton Hotel and private residential apartments, has been heated by four gas-fired atmospheric steel one-piece boilers, with a total heat output of 4800kW, since its inception in 2006. With the boile...

Baxi’s Parent company - BDR Thermea Group announced the appointment of Tjarko Bouman as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Tjarko Bouman will join BDR Thermea Group from 1 February 2024, as successor to Bertrand Schmitt, who is stepping down, as announced earlier this week. Refined new strategy Tjarko Bouman is currently CEO of NTS Group, a global company that develops, produces, assembles, and tests complex (opto) mechatronic systems and mechanical modules for high-tech OEMs in sem...

The CAREL Group has published a new white paper on humidity, temperature, and heat recovery control in painting processes, to disseminate knowledge that can be useful in reducing energy consumption and environmental impact, as well as obtaining high-quality and long-lasting coatings. Paint booths are subject to several national and international regulations and standards that define the essential design requirements to ensure proper operating and safety conditions for operators and equipment.&n...

Daikin Europe N.V. is launching Stand By Me – Certified Partner, a unique Europe-wide support program for heat pump installers. The program allows the installer community to manage Daikin’s residential heat pump technologies and is open for all installers to join. It builds on Daikin’s tradition of assuring a strong, pan-European network of highly skilled installers and technicians for the Daikin heat pumps. Daikin is enhancing its support for all installers, ensuring the mark...

Baxi Heating’s parent company BDR Thermea Group announced that its CEO, Bertrand Schmitt, will be stepping down with effect from 31 December 2023 to pursue other opportunities outside the company. Under Bertrand’s leadership over the past seven years, BDR Thermea entered a new phase of growth and innovation. He drove and implemented his vision to make BDR Thermea Group a pioneering, globally recognized provider of sustainable heating solutions and services. heat pumps and hybrid sy...

The fourth edition of UL 60335-2-40, the Standard for Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 2-40: Particular Requirements for Electrical Heat Pumps, Air-Conditioners and Dehumidifiers, was published on December 15, 2022. This bi-national standard includes the following updates:   Updated definition and test method for releasable charge with relation of refrigerant leaks into the occupiable space Refinement of leak detection system requirements to accommodate variou...

Heat pumps are not new technology. They have long been utilized in residential applications to improve the efficiency of HVAC systems, reducing overall energy costs. As a simple description, a heat pump is a mechanical refrigeration system that is engineered to operate in reverse mode, producing heating instead of cooling. technology drivers In recent years, there has been a trend of new and increased applications for this technology coming from two primary drivers: Advances in technolog...

With pressure for major construction projects growing across the UK, a new report is encouraging mechanical services contractors, specifiers, and developers to accelerate the uptake and deployment of offsite construction techniques, particularly when it comes to building services. Annual target  The UK is currently falling short of its annual target to build 300,000 new homes in England, while 90% of student accommodation rooms for the 2023/24 academic year had already been sold by April...

Logic Air – the flagship heat pump of Ideal Heating is designed for boiler installers. The company has launched the perfect product for boiler installers moving into the heat pump market – Logic Air. This brand new monobloc air source heat pump has been specifically designed for boiler installers and the UK domestic market. It’s Ideal Heating’s flagship low carbon product, designed by the same experts behind their Logic range of boilers. Elizabeth (Lizzie) Wilkinson, Pr...

At a ceremony at the London Hilton Metropole for the H&V News Awards, Qvantum was presented with the award for Domestic Heating Product of the Year – Boilers, Heat Pumps, and Emitters, overcoming significant competition from other products by Tesla, NIBE Energy Systems, Daikin, Navien and others.   H&V News Awards For nearly 30 years, the H&V News Awards has been recognizing and celebrating the most innovative and customer-focused products of the year, gaining a reputati...

BDR Thermea Group, a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions for the commercial and residential sectors, has recently joined Eurovent as one of the association’s newest Corresponding Members. HVAC equipment and solutions BDR Thermea Group is a manufacturer of HVAC equipment and solutions. The group’s product portfolio for residential and commercial buildings includes heat pumps, hydrogen boilers, hybrids, combined heat and power solutions, fuel cells, hot water solutions, resi...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has announced a significant milestone for its industry-renowned, sustainable climate solutions – with more than one million HVAC units with low-carbon steel shipped to homeowners and commercial customers across the U.S. Less than one year after Trane Technologies established ground-breaking purchase agreements with two major U.S. steel manufacturers, the company’s low-carbon steel products – which include high-efficiency heat pum...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been awarded a $33 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains to help increase domestic production of electric heat pumps by expanding three U.S.-based manufacturing sites. Combined, these facilities will be able to produce approximately 200,000 electric heat pumps per year, representing a nearly 200% production increase. This substantial volume wi...

To recognize the sacrifices made by Veterans and their families, Air Pros USA honored eight Veterans in eight cities by surprising them with new air conditioning units. Employees helped select deserving recipients through Air Pros USA’s annual Veterans initiatives and exclusive partnerships. After a careful vetting process, the company installed brand new HVAC units free of charge for Veterans in LaGrange, Georgia; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Fort Myers, Florida; Gainesville, Fl...

Two Danish powerhouses partner to continue strategic collaboration to enhance energy efficiency and reduce overall energy consumption in multifamily buildings.  HOFOR, the pioneering district heating utility in Denmark, will utilize the Leanheat® solution from Danfoss. The software solution combines cutting-edge technology, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to optimize energy consumption and improve operational efficiency. This st...

An Aston University research project is to help improve living conditions in Ukraine by developing a warmer and greener system of heating homes. In Ukraine, many buildings have outdated and inefficient heating systems which not only waste energy but also limit the use of modern heating technologies. The project aims to change the lives of many Ukrainians by developing affordable cascade heat pumps. These will efficiently heat homes, even during the severe Ukrainian winter, during which temperat...

Water and energy efficiency company Cenergist has completed what it believes to be the UK’s first installation of high-temperature air source heat pumps in a domestic setting. The installations have delivered district heating systems for six Leeds City Council-owned residential tower blocks which comprise 497 homes. The project required the replacement of inefficient night storage heaters and hot water cylinders with high-temperature air source heat pump communal heating an...

As the world continues its push towards sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, heat pump technology has emerged as a solution for decarbonizing various sectors, particularly heating and cooling. Danfoss believes it's crucial to discuss and highlight the impact and potential of heat pumps in achieving a greener future. latest trends in heat pumps At AHR 2024, Danfoss will be on site to highlight the latest trends in heat pumps, including new applications and the critical role hydronic...

Heat pump commissioning through Benchmark Online and certification via the MCS Installations Database are set to be integrated. This will result in a single point of data entry for the first time to simplify the process for Benchmark installers employed by the nearly 1,700 MCS-certified heat pump contractors. Benchmark, a longstanding trusted name within the installer community, transformed its previous paper-based checklist into an easy-to-use app over two years ago. The addition of heat...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has announced the opening of its newest global Innovation Center near Montreal in Brossard, Quebec, Canada, following nearly four decades of developing cutting-edge software in the region. At the 35,000-square-foot space, Eaton will accelerate the research and development of distributed energy resource (DER) technologies enabling sustainable electricity for buildings, homes, industry and the electric grid. Eaton is bringing approximately 150 highly s...

Mitsubishi Electric has announced the launch of its Ecodan R290 heat pump, further contributing to the decarbonization of home heating. The new model, manufactured in its factory in Livingston, Scotland, results from Mitsubishi Electric's decades of experience in producing heat pumps. The launch of the Ecodan R290, with its low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, is a big step towards more sustainable home heating. Using a hydrocarbon refrigerant that can achieve high Coefficient of Per...

Danfoss Power Solutions, a global supplier of mobile and industrial hydraulics, as well as electric powertrain systems, has launched its next-generation air conditioning hose for liquid lines in agriculture, construction, and commercial vehicle applications. EverCool EC005 Type G A/C hose The new EverCool EC005 Type G A/C hose simplifies installation, while offering weight reduction and proven reliability. The new EC005 hose is fully thermoformable, even over long lengths, eliminating the nee...

Heating and hot water solutions provider - Baxi has hosted the first official visit to its €13 million commercial heat pump R&D and laboratory site in Vilafranca del Penedès, Spain.  Baxi is part of the €2.2 billion turnover BDR Thermea Group, one of the largest producers of heating appliances worldwide. commercial heat pump technology The 7,000 m2 Baxi factory, located near Barcelona and opened in 2022, is focused on developing and producing commercial heat pump tec...

Ventive is delighted to announce that it has recently secured its next round of funding, as the company works towards delivering its all-in-one Heat Pump technology to homes across the United Kingdom (UK).  Ventive designs and manufactures intelligent heating and ventilation solutions to make buildings healthy, comfortable, efficient, and affordable. investment program The deal, led and syndicated by the deep tech and venture capital specialist EMV Capital, is an investment package provi...

Gradient, a company built by thermal scientists to rethink HVAC and build products that are good for the planet and great at cooling and heating homes, announced the All-Weather 120 V Window Heat Pump. The new product from Gradient provides efficient, climate-friendly heating and cooling in the coldest winters and hottest summers, all while operating quietly and minimizing noise.  Selected by the Biden administration to feature at American Possibilities: White House Demo Day as an example...