4 Takeaways From The Nation’s Biggest Heat Pump Expo - CleanTechnica

The article summarizes key insights from the nation’s largest heat pump expo held in Las Vegas, focusing on innovations in heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) for residential and commercial use. A wide range of residential HPWHs were showcased by numerous manufacturers including GE, Bradford White, LG, Navien, Rheem, and others, with many companies emphasizing their strong commitment to the technology. While few entirely new models debuted, several brands introduced significant updates or recently entered the market, such as Navien’s dual fuel heat pump with gas backup and Noritz’s new tankless HPWH. Commercial heat pump water heaters also featured prominently, with many boiler manufacturers unveiling various central HPWH configurations, refrigerants, and sizes tailored to different building needs. Notable innovations included cascading central HPWH systems and smaller capacity units slated for release. Additionally, air-to-water heat pumps, which can provide both space heating and hot water, were highlighted as a growing trend, with companies like Mitsubishi, Daikin, Samsung