heat pumps
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PublishedApril 24, 2024
Utility opposes new rules for heat pumps popular in Maine
Versant Power opposes a shift to whole-house electric heat pumps from those used in one or 2 rooms, saying affluent homeowners and developers will benefit.
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PublishedApril 13, 2024
A heat pump ‘petting zoo’? This fair helps Americans green their homes.
At this fair, instead of pony rides, games of chance and fried food, visitors took electric bicycles and scooters for a spin, watched cooking demonstrations on induction stoves, and learned about other ways to make their homes and lives more climate-friendly.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2024
Opinion: PFAS law will hinder Maine’s climate efforts
The current law has troubling ramifications for heat pumps. An amendment proposed by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection will make the law more workable.
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PublishedMarch 14, 2024
Home energy information session features experts and homeowners
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PublishedMarch 11, 2024
In New York City, heat pumps that fit in apartment windows promise big emissions cuts
Heat pumps have been mainly an option for owners of houses. But new designs are making them practical for apartments, too.
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PublishedFebruary 27, 2024
Maine gets $10 million federal grant for heat pumps in mobile homes
The award from the U.S. Department of Energy will support the installation of heat pump systems in 675 households as well as workforce training for local installers.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2023
New subsidies in 2024 could boost already-prevalent heat pumps in Maine
The infusion of federal dollars could expand implementation further in the state, where the market has been thriving.
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PublishedNovember 8, 2023
An innovative financing model is ensuring everyone can afford a heat pump
Heat pumps can move heat in and out of the home to keep it warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
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PublishedSeptember 21, 2023
Maine helps lead national push for more heat pumps
A coalition of 25 governors and the Biden administration announced a pledge Thursday to quadruple the number of heat pumps in U.S. homes by 2030.
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PublishedAugust 16, 2023
What has the Inflation Reduction Act done for Maine’s climate so far?
The biggest benefits provided to Mainers by the landmark law so far are the federal electric vehicle and heat pump tax credits that became available in January.
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