Heat Pumps News & Trends

Vert Technologies’ Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Tim Havilland has joined the Vert Board as Investor Director for Aero-Den.  Tim brings a wealth of experience in the air and gas compression sector, and will work closely with the Vert team to drive integration of the company's high pressure Conical Rotary Compressor technology across the refrigeration, heat pump and gas compression sectors.

The air source heat pump market size was valued at over USD 48 billion in 2020 and its annual installation is anticipated to exceed 17 million units by 2028. Increasing investment to develop green building infrastructure, along with improved technological upgradation, will propel market demand over the forecast years. policies and frameworks Developing countries have issued strict regulatory norms to limit the increasing carbon footprint and thus have introduced favorable policies and framewor...

Modine Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in technology in the HVAC industry, is partnering with Insight Partners and Engineered Equipment (EEI) to expand access to the Airedale product line in the Carolinas and Oklahoma markets. The partnership will bring a concentrated focus to available Airedale products for K-12 schools to help educational facilities maximize IAQ solutions in their respective markets. Indoor IAQ “Innovative solutions have always been a point of emphasis for the Aireda...

Viessman has launched a new MCS umbrella scheme to help installers reduce the time, cost and effort involved in becoming MCS registered. The new MCS scheme, named ‘Viessmann Access’, is open to all Viessmann trained installers wishing to fit air source heat pumps (ASHPs). Demand for Micro-generation Certification Scheme (MCS)-accredited installers is high, as renewable heating solutions grow in popularity, and the UK government’s 2025 target for fossil fuel-free heating in new...

Johnson Controls, the global front-runner for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, celebrates 125 years of its Sabroe brand as a pioneer in industrial refrigeration systems in Denmark and abroad.   What started with a high-performing refrigeration machine – produced in a small company founded by engineer Thomas Ths. Sabroe in 1897 in Aarhus – has since developed into a global brand that has increased sales year-over-year by consistently providing customers with reliabl...

Viessmann has launched a new MCS umbrella scheme to help installers reduce the time, cost, and effort involved in becoming MCS registered.  Named ‘Viessmann Access’, the scheme is open to all Viessmann Trained Installers wishing to fit air source heat pumps (ASHPs). MCS-accredited installers Demand for Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS)-accredited installers are high as renewable heating solutions grow in popularity, and the government’s 2025 target for fossil f...

At IFA 2022, Panasonic will be presenting not only its latest consumer electronics products but also the company's comprehensive and concrete solutions to fight one of the most serious societal issues, climate change. With its GREEN IMPACT Plan (GIP), Panasonic aims to make a fundamental contribution to tackle environmental issues, with a specific focus on massive carbon reductions and a circular economy. Panasonic's commitment to sustainability with its two focal points carbon neutrality and c...

When shopping for a new HVAC (heating ventilation & air conditioning) unit, users will probably come across the term “BTU”. This commonly used abbreviation for British Thermal Unit is an important factor in the choice of a new furnace or air conditioning unit, but many do not know what BTU means, or its implications. Find out what is a BTU, and why BTUs matter when shopping for a new heating or cooling unit. What Does BTU Mean? An HVAC system’s capacity is measured in BT...

Since the weather is getting colder, most people will be turning on their furnaces for the first time in months. While it’s normal to keep the furnace turned up and running all day, users might run into some issues after not using it for a while. One of those problems could be having a burning smell when the heat is on. If the furnace smells like it’s burning, there is no need to panic; however, finding the source of the burning smell is important. Once users find out what causes it...

The HVAC industry is warming up to use the heat from data centers. Data centers, the spaces, buildings, and campuses that house computer servers and related data-storage equipment generate enormous amounts of waste heat, which is often simply released into the atmosphere. But in an increasingly computerized world, in which billions of devices are connected to the internet and many companies opt to co-locate server functions at shared facilities, the need for more and ever-larger data cente...

CoolSys™, the refrigeration, HVAC, engineering and energy solutions company, announced that the Denver division of CoolSys Energy Solutions has earned the 2021 Energy Efficiency Partner Award from Xcel Energy for its work with Albertsons Companies in the Denver metro region. As a large utilities company in Colorado operating in eight states in the West and Midwest regions, Xcel Energy presents this award on an annual basis to recognize customer projects that result in energy savings. Aut...

Air conditioning and heating systems are one of those things that residents take for granted at home - until it stops working. Only then its value of silently running in the background to maintain good indoor air quality and keeping everyone comfortable comes to the fore. For those who have not been keeping up with their home’s HVAC maintenance, then a lot of things could go wrong at any time. Knowing the most common issues and how to troubleshoot HVAC systems can help to diagnose where t...

J’s HVAC Unlimited, expert heating, and cooling services company serving the residents of Mount Airy, N.C. since 2005, announced that it is rebranding its image with a fresh, modern look and a new name but will continue to build upon the excellent customer care that has earned it the best HVAC company in the Mount Airy News for the past 10 out of 11 years. The company is also changing its name to Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing to reflect its new focus. Modernizing the brand...

In the past, robots were machines that performed fixed work from a single, fixed location. Currently, they are capable of moving around and carrying out a vast range of different tasks. To be able to adapt to unforeseeable environmental factors and tasks, robots are now expected to be far more robust. To this end, DENSO is utilizing technologies related to its Electric Power Steering Motor Control Unit (EPS-MCU), which was developed over many years in the automotive in-vehicle technologies fiel...

Southern Trust Home Services, an electrical, HVAC, and plumbing company serving southwest Virginia, USA, announced that it has been selected to the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This is the first year Southern Trust has made the respected list. The list represents a one-of-a-kind look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment, its independent businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Arm...

Daikin UK has opened the doors of two new Sustainable Home Centers, bolstering its national network to around 40-strong. A new center has opened in Basingstoke, in partnership with one of Hampshire’s specialists in renewable energy systems, UKHeatPumps. The second center, H2ecO, has launched in Poole, Dorset. heat pump technology adoption Local installers can use the centers to access free training and resources to help them diversify into renewable heating solutions and ensure the long-...

Having a functioning water heater greatly impacts multiple aspects of daily routine. It allows to take a hot shower, wash clothing, and clean dishes. In addition, water heaters can help conserve energy in the home. Water heaters are essential to have in the home for their many benefits.  If the water heater is not working properly, it can cause great distress for the household and impact the ability to proceed with daily activities. At Van Drunen Heating and Air, here to help Indiana resid...

New York City is leading the charge to advance building decarbonization and improve occupants’ comfort with a unique public-private initiative called the “Clean Heat for All Challenge” spearheaded by New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), New York Power Authority (NYPA), and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). innovative electrification solutions By leveraging NYCHA's portfolio of 2,198 residential buildings, “Clean Heat for All”...

New York City is pioneering the charge to advance building decarbonization and improve occupants’ comfort with a unique public-private initiative called the “Clean Heat for All Challenge” spearheaded by New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), New York Power Authority (NYPA) and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). By leveraging NYCHA's portfolio of 2,198 residential buildings, “Clean Heat for All” is designed to spur innovation and g...

Green construction innovators, Dura Products, have revealed its heavy-duty combined kerb and drainage system, Duradrain, has been installed in 12 countries across Europe. The recent expansion to central, north, and Eastern Europe, demonstrates the appetite across the continent for safe, affordable, and environmentally responsible construction solutions. Benefits in 12 countries  The 12 countries enjoying the widespread benefits of the combined kerb and drainage system, which comprises 70...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £3,300 by October and further to £4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £5,000 in July, costing the taxpayer £10 million. Energy efficiency measures In response, not-for-profit trade body the Energy and Ut...

Johnson Controls announces its collaboration with 3Degrees, a firm that helps organizations around the world achieve renewable energy and decarbonization goals. The new collaboration aims to accelerate building owners' and operators' progress toward net zero by leveraging 3Degrees' large-scale environmental commodity solutions, including Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) transactions, long-term renewable energy procurement, carbon credit portfolio management, transportation decarbonization, an...

The expected surge in the energy price cap to a rumored £4,266 in January 2023 is not only causing distress for households but has also blown a hole in the Government's domestic heating strategy. That’s the warning from the industry body, the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), which slammed the Government’s Heat and Building Strategy unveiled in October 2021, which includes a key commitment to mass heat pump rollouts in British homes instead of gas boilers.  domestic h...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces the launch of a unique online resource to help HVACR dealers work together to ensure they are properly equipped for new 2023 efficiency standards. BDR’s Equipment Exchange allows individual dealers to connect online and arrange transfers of equipment impacted by a range of changing local, state, and federal energy regulations set to take effect on Jan. 1,...

Fujitsu General New Zealand has delivered the latest innovation in affordable, durable and reliable heat pump/air conditioner solutions, with the launch of the new wall mounted reverse cycle Comfort range. The new Comfort range features seven models from 2.0kW to 7.1kW cooling capacity and 2.5kW to 8.0kW heating capacity. Kyle Rafter, Head of Product – ANZ at Fujitsu General said the Comfort range was designed to ensure maximum value and user satisfaction, boasting energy efficient featur...

With more and more adults working from home, and an increasing number of students completing their education online, it is more important than ever to keep the risk of indoor air pollution as low as possible. Children and people living with respiratory conditions are at an especially high risk of being affected by poor indoor air quality (IAQ).  Napoleon wants to share a few easy habits that residents can adopt to ensure that the air quality in the home is optimal for everyone. Keep the...

Whether users replace a heating system or look to set up one for a new build, one central decision point is choosing between baseboard heat and forced air. Some of the variables to consider include the following: Which has a lower upfront cost of setup? Which is more efficient? Which is better for large or small homes? Which is best for lowering the spread of air contaminants? In this guide, Napoleon will answer all the above questions as it explores the pros and cons of baseboard...

Speculation that the energy Price Cap will soar to over £ 3,300 by October 2022 and further to £ 4,200 in January 2023 has called into question whether subsidizing heat pump installations is the best use of taxpayer’s cash. According to the latest figures for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), 2,000 heat pump installations were given a subsidy of £ 5,000 in July 2022, costing the taxpayer £ 10 million. Subsidy should target energy efficiency measures in homes Data...

Evidence of heat pump costs for French consumers blows a hole in UK government policy, a renowned energy trade body has claimed. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), Mike Foster, believes this new evidence renders UK heat decarbonization plans ‘useless’ and calls for a Government re-set. Current government policy believes heat pump costs will fall by 25-50 per cent by 2025 and reach parity with a gas boiler by 2030. The average heat pump costs ar...

Sometimes, a simple, elegant piece of technology can deliver more with less. Ductless mini splits are a triple threat, compact wall units that generate heating, cooling, and ventilation. No ducts are required, and no dull whirring noises they operate in near silence. Also, ductless units use minimal energy. Typically, users spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when they upgrade from their traditional air system, according to ENERGY STAR®. Mini-splits Just...