Final episode of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings: We should have courage to bet on the right technology “The signs are unmistakable. […] the cost of inaction is — keeps mounting. […] We have to move quickly...
Marek Miara
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Is it worth waiting for technological developments before switching to a heat pump?
Episode 9 of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings Whether it’s worth waiting any longer to install a heat pump depends on two considerations: Is the technology at today’s level ready for satisfactory...
How ecological are heat pumps in existing buildings?
Episode 7 of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings To mitigate the consequences of climate change, a drastic decrease in CO2 emissions is essential. As part of the “European Green Deal”, European...
How well have heat pumps performed in practice in partially refurbished and unrefurbished buildings?
Episode 6 of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings with two exemplary houses Good examples make complex topics more accessible. But what would be a “good” example of an old building with a heat pump...
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How much does the use of back-up heaters reduce the efficiency of heat pumps?
Episode 5 of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings Heating systems with heat pumps are usually equipped with a direct-electric back-up heater. Usually, the electric back-up heater takes over the heat supply from...
Does a house have to be renovated first in order to install a heat pump?
Episode 3 of a series on heat pumps in existing buildings Clearly, the less energy needed to create a comfortable indoor climate, the better. That’s why renovation measures to reduce heating energy demand always...
Are heat pumps able to deliver sufficiently high temperatures in the heating circuit?
Episode 2 of heat pumps in existing buildings: Why the maximum required temperature is not the decisive factor When discussing the possible use of heat pumps in existing buildings, the main counter-argument is the...
