Heat Pumps
Coverage of Heat Pumps in the Nexus archive.
- Vermont is boosting new homes that can cut energy use in half
Vermont is using a state program to deliver superefficient, all-electric manufactured homes equipped with heat pumps, which cut energy use by over half compared to conventional homes, lowering energy bills for residents.
- Heat pumps may soon outsell air conditioners in US
Heat pumps are on the verge of outselling conventional air conditioners in the US, reversing a decade-old trend where two AC units were sold for every heat pump. More Americans are now using heat pumps for home cooling.
- British households not electrifying fast enough, says government climate adviser
A government climate adviser warns that British households are not transitioning to electrification quickly enough. The report highlights that adopting heat pumps and electric cars could reduce energy bills and mitigate price shocks.
- CCC: Faster electrification of UK will ‘put money back into people’s pockets’
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) claims faster electrification in the UK can reduce energy bills and enhance energy security. It warns that delaying electrification of transport, heating, and industry risks missing net-zero targets, with 17% of required emissions cuts unaddressed by current plans. The report highlights progress but notes slow implementation and rising emissions in transport and electricity sectors.
- Heat pump shipments rise through April, with more use for both heating and cooling
Heat pump shipments increased through April with growing use for both heating and cooling. Legal disputes over non-condensing commercial gas water heaters and residential gas furnaces have not reduced U.S. gas storage water-heat shipments, according to AHRI data.
- 'Most PFAS emissions in Europe come from air conditioners and heat pumps, even though these are the flagships of decarbonization'
Most PFAS emissions in Europe are attributed to air conditioners and heat pumps, despite these technologies being central to decarbonization efforts. The article references Feuquières-en-Vimeu in northern France and a date in 2026.
- Germany hopes for heat pump boom amid Iran war
The war in the Middle East is threatening fossil fuel supplies and leading fuel and gas prices to rise in Germany, prompting speculation about a potential surge in demand for heat pumps as a response.
- Germany eyes heat pumps as Iran war drives energy costs up
The war in the Middle East is disrupting fossil fuel supplies and increasing energy prices in Germany, potentially boosting demand for heat pumps as an alternative energy solution.
- Heat pump sales rise 17% across Europe in Q1 as energy prices surge
Heat pump sales increased by 17% across Europe in Q1 due to surging energy prices. This growth indicates a rising demand for alternative heating solutions. The surge in heat pump sales is likely driven by consumers seeking to reduce their energy costs.
- New winter rates saved at least $37M for Massachusetts heat-pump owners
New electric rates for heat pump owners in Massachusetts saved over 140,000 households $37 million this winter, averaging $250 per customer from November 1 to March 31.
- Global growth in solar "the largest ever observed for any source"
The Energy Information Agency (EIA) reported that 2025 marked the first year of solar energy's global dominance, driven by increased production and outpacing carbon-free energy growth. Coupled with battery storage expansion and stable fossil fuel use, the EIA declared the world has entered the 'Age of Electricity,' with electricity demand growing twice as fast as overall energy demand.
- Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar
A record number of homes in Great Britain are adopting green energy solutions like solar panels, heat pumps, and electric vehicles due to soaring fuel prices linked to the Iran crisis. Energy bills are projected to rise 18% in July as households prepare for higher costs following the next energy price cap.
- Ministers confirm heat pump targets as climate plan unveiled
The Scottish government has confirmed climate plan targets involving heat pumps, stating they will delay ramping up the technology's rollout until 2035. The plan includes specific goals for heat pump deployment as part of broader climate initiatives.