"Installation is way more important." Heat pump owners share honest feedback after cautious homeowner considers winter ...

For many Americans, installing a heat pump to heat and cool a home can lower household bills in addition to reducing emissions. But in some places, that financial advantage has a big weak spot: winter ...

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, space heating is the number one use of energy in American homes, accounting for 45% of the average energy bill. And if you rely on natural gas or an ...

This story is part of The Salt Lake Tribune’s ongoing commitment to identify solutions to Utah’s biggest challenges through the work of the Innovation Lab. With heat pumps becoming a more common ...

As winter approaches, many people's thoughts will turn to how high their heating bill could be through the cold spell. According to Resources, a publication dedicated to the environment and energy, ...

Few homeowners have interest in collecting detailed energy use and heating system performance data at their residence. Even fewer are qualified to do so. Ryan Kelly, however, is a research and ...

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 ...

Heat pumps work best when they’re part of a well-prepared home, to be installed when the building envelope is attended to; ...

Cost: $10,712 for heat pump system, $7,500 for insulation and $7,150 for electrical panel upgrade and wiring Incentives: None for heat pump; $550 rebate for wall and attic insulation from Energy Trust ...

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular. Thanks to generous tax credits and rebates being offered by utilities, as well as state and federal governments, sales ...