Electrification

Heat pumps

For one Minnesotan, a new heat pump brings comfort and savings

Even in one of the coldest cities in the U.S., Kathy Palmer’s heat pump helps displace gas heating, lowers heating bills, and makes her home more comfortable.

By Alison F. Takemura . 20 February 2025
Heat pumps

Heat pumps outsold gas furnaces by their biggest-ever margin in 2024

2024 heat pump shipments show the clean-heat transition is speeding up in the U.S.

By Alison F. Takemura . 20 February 2025
Electric vehicles

As California EV sales stall, what happens to its landmark mandate?

After years of growth, flattening demand for electric vehicles raises questions about the state’s plan to ban sales of gas-powered cars by 2035.

By Alejandro Lazo . 19 February 2025
Geothermal

Networked geothermal advocates optimistic despite Massachusetts setback

Thermal energy networks are catching on in the state and around the country as a way to transition off gas and lower energy costs.

By Sarah Shemkus . 13 February 2025
Electrification

North Carolina launches first-ever statewide electrification incentives

State officials recently unveiled a broad home energy efficiency and electrification program, but it’s unclear whether the Trump administration will block funding.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 5 February 2025
Heat pumps

Geothermal heat pumps are crazy efficient. Should you get one?

The appliances are more expensive and less common than air-source heat pumps. But big incentives and superb efficiency can make up for the price tag.

By Alison F. Takemura . 3 February 2025
Carbon-free buildings

Big buildings are a climate problem. These policies aim to fix that.

In New York City and St. Louis, innovative laws meant to curb emissions from buildings are kicking in this year. More states and cities will soon follow.

By Akielly Hu . 7 January 2025
Heat pumps

Yet another reason why heat pumps are awesome: health benefits

The two-way air conditioners are key to reducing CO2 emissions. They can also help slash toxic air pollution from fossil-fueled appliances, a new report finds.

By Akielly Hu . 17 December 2024
Electrification

What will happen to home electrification incentives under Trump?

Canary Media sums up what to know — and what you can do now to take advantage of tax credits and rebates for heat pumps, electric vehicles, and more.

By Akielly Hu . 16 December 2024
Electrification

New York opens up competition to develop heat pumps for big buildings

The $10 million contest is meant to spur heat pump tech that can easily replace the packaged terminal air conditioners found in apartments statewide.

By Akielly Hu . 12 December 2024