Articles tagged with "heat-pump-water-heater"
Navien Brings A New Heat Pump Water Heater To Market With A Stainless Steel Tank - CleanTechnica
Navien, a South Korean company renowned for its tankless gas water heaters and boilers, has entered the heat pump water heater (HPWH) market with its first fully electric model featuring a tank, the NWP 500. This launch marks a significant shift for Navien, which traditionally specialized in tankless gas products. The company leveraged its extensive experience by incorporating unique features into the HPWH, notably a stainless steel tank and a self-manufactured recirculation pump. The stainless steel tank is a standout innovation, offering greater durability and eliminating the need for sacrificial anode rods used in conventional steel tanks to prevent corrosion. Navien’s ability to offer this premium feature cost-effectively stems from its long-term expertise and high-volume stainless steel procurement. Navien’s move into the HPWH market reflects broader industry trends, as the segment has rapidly expanded in the U.S. with over a dozen manufacturers now competing, up from just a few a couple of years ago. By designing and building
energyheat-pump-water-heaterNavienstainless-steel-tanksustainable-technologyelectric-water-heaterlow-carbon-solutionsThe First Song Ever Written About A Water Heater - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights the release of the first-ever song about a heat pump water heater (HPWH), timed with HPWH Day, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about this energy-efficient technology. The song and its accompanying music video creatively promote the benefits of switching to HPWHs, such as significant energy and cost savings—specifically, an estimated $500 annual savings on electric bills for a family of four according to ENERGY STAR. The video visually emphasizes these savings by depicting money raining from the sky. Beyond cost savings, the article underscores the environmental advantages of HPWHs, which reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about one ton per year compared to fossil fuel water heaters and help prevent local air pollution from nitrogen oxides and particulates. The music video also features people dressed in heat pump water heater costumes, adding a fun and engaging element to the campaign. The article encourages readers to participate in HPWH Week events and stay informed through CleanTechnica’s newsletters and podcasts.
energyheat-pump-water-heaterenergy-efficiencyCO2-emissions-reductionpollution-controlENERGY-STARclean-technologyWin A Free Heat Pump Water Heater On HPWH Day — October 23 - CleanTechnica
The article highlights the upcoming Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Day on October 23, organized by the nonprofit Advanced Water Heating Initiative. This event, which extends throughout the week, aims to promote the adoption and awareness of heat pump water heaters, a highly efficient water heating technology. Activities include free educational sessions such as HPWH 101, livestreamed contractor training, and a virtual conference featuring 50 industry leaders. The 2023 theme, “Go Go HPWHs,” emphasizes the innovative features and benefits of these systems. To further encourage public engagement, two manufacturers, Ariston and Bosch, are donating a free heat pump water heater and installation each. Interested participants can enter the raffle by posting on any social media platform about why they want or appreciate HPWHs, tagging their posts with #HPWHDay by October 23. The article invites readers to join the celebration, participate in the events, and consider entering the giveaway to win a free HPWH, while also supporting CleanTechn
energyheat-pump-water-heaterenergy-efficiencysustainable-technologywater-heatingclean-energyHVACSignificant Savings from 120-Volt Heat Pump Water Heaters - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights significant cost savings and practical benefits from the adoption of 120-volt plug-in heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) in California. Traditionally, heat pump water heaters required 240-volt hardwiring, which often necessitated costly electrical panel upgrades and new wiring, especially when replacing gas water heaters that lacked existing electrical connections. In 2023, manufacturers Rheem and A.O. Smith introduced 120-volt plug-in HPWHs that can operate efficiently by plugging into standard outlets, avoiding the need for electrical resistance backup heating common in 240-volt models. Data from the TECH Clean California program shows that these 120-volt HPWHs cost about 22% less to install—approximately $1,700 on average—and only 2% required electrical service upgrades, compared to over 25% for 240-volt units. This development is significant because it reduces installation complexity and cost, making heat pump water heaters more accessible to homeowners
energyheat-pump-water-heaterenergy-efficiencyresidential-energyelectric-water-heaterscarbon-emissions-reductionenergy-savings$2,000 Tax Credit For Heat Pump Water Heaters Is Going Bye Bye In 90 Days - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights that the $2,000 tax credit for heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) is set to expire in 90 days due to recent Republican legislation. This tax credit, which covers 30% of the installed cost of a HPWH, has been a significant incentive for homeowners to replace traditional water heaters with more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly heat pumps. With average installation costs around $4,700, the credit could reduce expenses by approximately $1,410, and it can be combined with additional local utility rebates to further lower costs. The article urges homeowners to act quickly to install HPWHs before the end of the year, noting that unlike solar panels, HPWH installations typically have shorter wait times and can be completed within three months. It also provides guidance on choosing models, recommending that those using contractors select familiar brands, while DIY installers often opt for Rheem or A. O. Smith models available at major retailers. The piece includes resources for finding
energyheat-pump-water-heatertax-creditenergy-efficiencyrenewable-energyhome-heatingHVACTop Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates Available Nationally - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights the significant financial incentives available across the United States to encourage the adoption of Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs), which offer substantial energy savings despite higher upfront costs compared to traditional water heaters. HPWHs can save approximately $500 annually on energy bills compared to electric resistance water heaters, making rebates and incentives crucial for offsetting initial expenses. With the federal tax credit for HPWHs expiring at the end of the year, the article emphasizes the urgency for consumers to take advantage of these rebates to reduce installation costs. Regionally, the Northeast offers some of the most generous HPWH rebates, with Efficiency Maine providing a leading $1,100 instant rebate, often reducing HPWH costs to under $500. Other notable incentives in the Northeast include $1,000 from National Grid (covering NY, MA, RI), $600–$800 in Vermont, and $700–$900 in Massachusetts and New York, with higher rebates for emerging split system
energyheat-pump-water-heaterrebatesenergy-savingsENERGY-STARutility-incentiveswater-heating-technologyMy Heat Pump Water Heater Provides Free AC - CleanTechnica
The article highlights an innovative benefit of heat pump water heaters (HPWHs): they provide free, filtered cool air as a byproduct of heating water. Unlike traditional water heaters that emit pollution, HPWHs extract heat from the surrounding air to warm water, exhausting only cool air similar to an air conditioner. This process makes them highly efficient, delivering about four units of heat for every unit of energy consumed, resulting in low electricity costs (typically $100-$150 annually). The author has installed multiple HPWHs and, after initially ducting the cool air outside, recently began exhausting it indoors, effectively using the system as a free air conditioner during hot summer days. By increasing the water temperature setting from 120°F to 140°F during peak solar production hours, the HPWH runs its heat pump for several hours, producing cooling equivalent to a small window AC unit without additional electricity costs. This strategy cools the living space during the hottest part of the day, with built-in anti-scald
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