The Santa Barbara Independent

SBCE Expands Home Electrification Accelerator Program (HEAP) to Include HVAC Systems

Heat pump appliances are highly energy-efficient, using electricity to move heat rather than generating it. Heat pump HVAC ...
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New census data reveals 'unprecedented' change in how this state's residents heat their homes: 'Lowering energy costs while growing our economy'

Space heating is the largest expense in U.S. homes, accounting for about 45% of energy bills, according to the Department of ...
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Discover the magic of heat pump water heaters

Today’s topic is heat pump water heaters. These devices enhance traditional water heater technology by utilizing a heat pump that can provide 3 to 4 units of heat energy for every unit of electricity ...
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Homeowner questions the consumer hype over heat pumps after old HVAC gives out: 'Are your bills less than they were?'

The homeowner went to the r/HVACadvice subreddit for suggestions after their HVAC system died. The Redditor said that ...