Rinnai Corp, a Japanese manufacturer of home heating appliances, has unveiled a new hot water heat pump for residential and small commercial applications. Called HydraHeat, the new heat pump is ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

When you think about cutting your utility bill, your mind probably jumps to energy-guzzling appliances like your fridge, TV or washing machine. But here’s something you might not realize: your water ...

A heat pump water heater uses a heat pump to heat water for home use. It can replace traditional water tanks fueled by electricity, gas, propane, or oil, as well as tankless water heaters. Along with ...

LAS VEGAS — Carrier launched of its first domestic hot water air-to-water (DHW A2W) heat pump at the International Builders’ Show. The new product offers an advanced, sustainable solution for ...

Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has more than a decade ...

Heat pump water heaters have been around for decades, but it’s only recently that they’ve emerged as a go-to for energy efficiency. More households are opting for heat pump water heaters than ever ...

At a recent meeting of the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSPHA), Enertech business development manager Rob Derksen shared tips for how HVAC contractors can become better at ...

Startup Cala Systems, which makes seriously smart heat pump water heaters, has secured $5.6 million in seed funding and commercially launched its product. The round was led by the Massachusetts Clean ...

For this month’s edition of the Yale Climate Connections Editors’ Corner, we got together to talk about the climate-friendly, energy-efficient, all-electric replacement for furnaces and air ...

Water heaters are essential for daily tasks like showering, cooking and cleaning. Repairs or replacements can be unexpectedly expensive, and not having hot water can be inconvenient and annoying.

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