Discover the key differences between heat pumps and furnaces, including energy efficiency, cost, and climate suitability.

A heat pump doesn't generate heat; it transfers it from one place to another. It's an appliance with a bright future in an ...

Heat pumps – heating and cooling systems that run entirely on electricity – have been getting a lot of attention recently. They’ve been called the “most overlooked climate solution” and “an answer to ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

First introduced in the 1950s, heat pump installations have increased in North America, in both residential and commercial projects. In fact, the U.S. Climate Alliance, a coalition of 25 states, ...

Heat pumps have become a kind of Rorschach test for the future of home comfort: to some people they are a climate solution, ...

Air conditioning bills are spiking and as climate change starts to impact more parts of the country, air conditioners are running for longer periods. Now millions of Americans are starting to install ...

With global warming becoming an urgent issue, heating our homes efficiently -- and sustainably -- has taken center stage. As winters become more unpredictable (and unexpectedly harsh), finding ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Despite ample evidence to the contrary, heat pumps are still ...

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A common refrain is that they’re only effective in mild climates. We put that idea to the test. Credit...Photo illustration by The New York Times; Shutterstock Supported by By Sofia Quaglia Heat pumps ...