The region will need more electricity as its energy use changes, according to a new report.
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EVs, heat pumps seen creating Northeast grid crunch
Climate Crisis
Nine states pledge to boost heat pumps to 90% of home equipment sales by 2040
Environmental agencies in nine states will work together to reduce planet-warming carbon emissions by making electric heat pumps the norm for most new home HVAC equipment sales by 2040. The memorandum of understanding, spearheaded […]
Electrical Generation / Utilities
Here’s what heat pumps mean for America: Free air conditioners for the poor
The electrification of heating is a hot topic: the idea is that heat pumps are going to save the planet, make American homes more efficient and save American households money. Plenty of people agree since […]
Energy Tech
UK heat pump costs deemed too high
The cost of buying and running heat pumps remains a substantial barrier for many UK households. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has published a report on the decarbonisation of home heating, highlighting significant challenges for […]