Elastocaloric Technology To Heat Pumps: Hold My Beer
High-efficiency elastocaloric technology could replace heat pumps and other HVAC systems in some applications, eventually.
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On the Road to Increased Transmission: High-Voltage Direct Current
How High-Voltage Direct Current Lines Could Better Connect Solar and Wind to the Current Grid Comparing the Routes: HVAC Versus HVDC It is a question on the minds of grid planners throughout the United States: How can we tap into the nation’s best renewable resources at the lowest cost? That … [continued]
Panasonic and tado°, a German Energy Control Solution Company, Sign Business Alliance Agreement
Promotion of energy conservation and renewable energy use Joint development of A2W software Osaka, Japan — Panasonic Corporation has announced that its Heating & Ventilation A/C Company will launch a business alliance with tado°, a German energy control solution company, for the development of software for Panasonic’s air-to-water (A2W) heat … [continued]
Panasonic to Release Commercial Air-to-Water Heat Pumps Using Natural Refrigerants for Europe
For multidwelling units and light commercial property Compact design at the highest level of the industry Osaka, Japan — Panasonic Corporation has announced that its Heating & Ventilation A/C Company (HVAC) will release three new models of commercial air-to-water (A2W) heat pumps using environmentally friendly natural refrigerants for multidwelling units, … [continued]
ORNL Director Stephen Streiffer, right, presents UT-Battelle's donation to Stan Johnson, founder and executive director of SEEED. Credit: ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy
UT-Battelle Donates $186,000 to Support SEEED’s Green Construction Program
Oak Ridge National Laboratory’s managing contractor, UT-Battelle, presented a donation of $186,000 to Socially Equal Energy Efficient Development, or SEEED, to support the nonprofit’s third green solar home as part of their Green Construction Program. “We are committed to serving the communities that we live in,” UT-Battelle CEO and ORNL Director … [continued]
Does PNNL Deliver Energy Savings Through Rules & Codes for Buildings? Let Us Count the…
Here’s a sampling of recent buildings-related rules, codes, and standards that will substantially reduce energy use and carbon emissions Energy efficiency rules and requirements for buildings may not make a splash on the nightly news, but they have gained favor in the Biden Administration and are helping slash energy consumption, … [continued]
How To Prepare Your Home For Summer Heat Waves
From covering windows and planting trees, to upgrading your air conditioning system—PNNL scientists offer tips to keep your home cool in extreme heat.
How to Upgrade & Electrify Millions of US Homes & Buildings
The White House and Department of Energy (DOE) recently laid the foundation for two monumental home energy upgrade initiatives: the Home Efficiency Rebates program, which offers up to $8,000 to households, and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program, which provides up to $14,000. These rebate programs — made possible … [continued]
4 Reasons Why K–12 Schools Are Warming Up To Heat Pumps
Transitioning to modern all-electric HVAC systems in schools is a game-changer for student health and learning.
Large or small, heat pumps are emerging as a key pathway for rapid decarbonization (photo courtesy of MAN Energy Solutions).
Giant Heat Pump Takes Over Entire Danish Town
Large or small, heat pumps are a key pathway for rapid decarbonization.
