#heat-pumps
#heat-pumps

Podcast

BBC bosses tell Evan Davis to quit heat pump podcast claiming it was too 'political'

The BBC canceled The Happy Heat Pump Podcast due to concerns about public controversy surrounding heat pumps.

Left-wing politics

The BBC is utterly beholden to the right. Why else would it fear a podcast about heat pumps? | George Monbiot

The BBC's censorship reflects economic interests influencing its editorial decisions, particularly regarding environmental issues like heat pumps.

Podcast

BBC bosses tell Evan Davis to quit heat pump podcast claiming it was too 'political'

The BBC canceled The Happy Heat Pump Podcast due to concerns about public controversy surrounding heat pumps.

Left-wing politics

The BBC is utterly beholden to the right. Why else would it fear a podcast about heat pumps? | George Monbiot

The BBC's censorship reflects economic interests influencing its editorial decisions, particularly regarding environmental issues like heat pumps.

Environment

Kevin McCloud says 'heat pumps aren't good for poorly built, leaky houses... but neither are gas boilers'

Kevin McCloud champions heat pumps as a sustainable heating solution, particularly for well-constructed homes.

Startup companies

montamo raises 6M to boost Germany's green energy push; aims to train and hire 1,000+ people in 5 years - Silicon Canals

montamo secures â¬6M in Seed funding for heat pump installations, aiming to lead the energy transition market in Germany.

3 weeks ago

Renovation

Everything you need to know about heat pumps: Michael Holmes speaks to renewable energy expert David Hilton in an exclusive Masterclass

Homebuilding & Renovating is offering a masterclass on heat pumps for Premium members.

Michael Holmes and David Hilton will share insights on sustainability and green energy.

Environment

Kevin McCloud says 'heat pumps aren't good for poorly built, leaky houses... but neither are gas boilers'

Kevin McCloud champions heat pumps as a sustainable heating solution, particularly for well-constructed homes.

Startup companies

montamo raises 6M to boost Germany's green energy push; aims to train and hire 1,000+ people in 5 years - Silicon Canals

montamo secures â¬6M in Seed funding for heat pump installations, aiming to lead the energy transition market in Germany.

3 weeks ago

Renovation

Everything you need to know about heat pumps: Michael Holmes speaks to renewable energy expert David Hilton in an exclusive Masterclass

Homebuilding & Renovating is offering a masterclass on heat pumps for Premium members.

Michael Holmes and David Hilton will share insights on sustainability and green energy.

more#sustainability

#sustainable-energy

Renovation

Heat pump myths debunked: Separating fact from fiction

Heat pumps are suitable for both new and older homes, contrary to prevalent myths.

4 weeks ago

European startups

Dutch deep tech company BlueHeart Energy raises funding

BlueHeart Energy secures strategic investment from Copeland to develop innovative heat pump technology for residential market.

London

Heat pump scheme for Edwardian social housing aims to bust low-carbon myths

The Sutton Dwellings project proves that ground source heat pumps can work effectively in older social housing.

Privacy professionals

We're ready to explode in scale': Adam Chapman, the Heat Geek founder set on getting Britain decarbonised and warm

Heat Geek connects homeowners with skilled heat pump installers, revolutionizing energy-efficient heating solutions in the UK.

Renovation

Heat pump myths debunked: Separating fact from fiction

Heat pumps are suitable for both new and older homes, contrary to prevalent myths.

4 weeks ago

European startups

Dutch deep tech company BlueHeart Energy raises funding

BlueHeart Energy secures strategic investment from Copeland to develop innovative heat pump technology for residential market.

London

Heat pump scheme for Edwardian social housing aims to bust low-carbon myths

The Sutton Dwellings project proves that ground source heat pumps can work effectively in older social housing.

Privacy professionals

We're ready to explode in scale': Adam Chapman, the Heat Geek founder set on getting Britain decarbonised and warm

Heat Geek connects homeowners with skilled heat pump installers, revolutionizing energy-efficient heating solutions in the UK.

more#sustainable-energy

#energy-efficiency

fromThe Atlantic

OMG science

Europe's Heat Pumps Put America's to Shame

Heat pumps can improve energy efficiency dramatically, both for individual homes and potentially for entire cities.

Renovation

Study shows regional differences in heat pump adoption across the UK

Cornwall leads UK in heat pump installations, driven by awareness of incentives and local support while other regions struggle due to cost and insulation issues.

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com

Bicycling

Alameda mayor: Is reducing carbon footprint one of your New Year's resolutions?

Installing heat pumps can significantly reduce carbon footprints and energy bills for Alameda residents.

NYC startup

Exclusive: Palmetto wants software developers to electrify America using its AI building models | TechCrunch

Palmetto is leveraging AI and software to assess residential solar panel and heat pump needs without on-site visits.

fromThe Atlantic

OMG science

Europe's Heat Pumps Put America's to Shame

Heat pumps can improve energy efficiency dramatically, both for individual homes and potentially for entire cities.

Renovation

Study shows regional differences in heat pump adoption across the UK

Cornwall leads UK in heat pump installations, driven by awareness of incentives and local support while other regions struggle due to cost and insulation issues.

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com

Bicycling

Alameda mayor: Is reducing carbon footprint one of your New Year's resolutions?

Installing heat pumps can significantly reduce carbon footprints and energy bills for Alameda residents.

NYC startup

Exclusive: Palmetto wants software developers to electrify America using its AI building models | TechCrunch

Palmetto is leveraging AI and software to assess residential solar panel and heat pump needs without on-site visits.

more#energy-efficiency

fromBoston.com

2 months ago

Renovation

Ask the remodeler: Heat pump has become a noisy neighbor

Low-frequency noises from heat pumps can disturb nearby homes.

Vibration-dampening pads may help reduce sound transmission.

Sound-deadening insulation can be added to a roof built over the units.

fromYahoo News

Miscellaneous

Will heat pumps make my energy bills cheaper?

The UK government aims to phase out gas boilers in favor of heat pumps to cut carbon emissions.

fromBoston.com

Boston real estate

Ask the Remodeler: Smart planning for your 2025 home renovation

Incorporating future renovations during initial remodels is essential for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

#renewable-energy

European startups

Reonic raises 13 million to help small installers of green tech like heat pumps and solar panels | TechCrunch

Reonic aims to enhance efficiency in renewable energy installations through integrated planning and workflow software, addressing installer needs for better productivity.

European startups

Swedish greentech startup DREM secures 1M

DREM leverages AI and digital tools to simplify heat pump purchases and expand in Europe.

European startups

Reonic raises 13 million to help small installers of green tech like heat pumps and solar panels | TechCrunch

Reonic aims to enhance efficiency in renewable energy installations through integrated planning and workflow software, addressing installer needs for better productivity.

European startups

Swedish greentech startup DREM secures 1M

DREM leverages AI and digital tools to simplify heat pump purchases and expand in Europe.

more#renewable-energy

California Eyes a Push Toward Electric Heat Pumps Instead of Gas-Powered Heaters | KQED

California's updated building codes significantly promote electrification in new homes, impacting market trends towards all-electric buildings.

fromSacramento Bee

California

California pushes heat pumps for all new homes starting 2026 with new building code

California is advancing electrification in buildings through new standards promoting heat pumps, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2045.

California

fromKqed

California Eyes a Push Toward Electric Heat Pumps Instead of Gas-Powered Heaters | KQED

California's updated building codes significantly promote electrification in new homes, impacting market trends towards all-electric buildings.

fromSacramento Bee

California

California pushes heat pumps for all new homes starting 2026 with new building code

California is advancing electrification in buildings through new standards promoting heat pumps, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2045.

more#building-codes