Heat pumps are taking the world by storm, and for good reason. Not only are they many times more efficient than electric heaters, but they can also be used to provide cooling in the summer. Efficiency ...

Researchers in Spain have proposed two control strategies for the integration of heat pumps in district heating systems assisted by solar thermal collectors. Their technical-economic analysis shows ...

Researchers have utilized measured data from a small energy community on a Finnish university campus to simulate its operation under various control strategies. The first control strategy prioritizes ...

There’s good reason that the image of a caveman learning to control fire is such an iconic and abiding cultural touchstone—being able to control the temperature of our surroundings represents our ...

HVAC contractors are responsible for providing indoor comfort. Their livelihoods depend on it. Contractors are challenged to provide the proper HVAC equipment and ensure it delivers total indoor ...

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 ...