http://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2014/10/05/new-heat-pump-technology-can-warm-homes-even-cold-new-england-winters/JgABf7wNFqRcYI6YVN6nsI/story.html
This article was interesting because I had never heard about heat pumps before. I like how the author mentioned the approximate savings that a household will keep. The article also mentioned that the majority of the savings will be from oil. I agree that this product will reduce the need for insulation but it depends on the installation of the heat pump. The author describes useful knowledge like how other products are benefitting from new technologies. It seems a bit unrealistic that states have been heavily promoting this item because it is taking away from their profits. I like how the author went over the price of the most popular heat pump, the mini-split. It allows the reader to fully understand what the buyer is getting from purchasing this product. I think that this advancement will help consumers stay warm and not have to pay a fortune for energy.
I find this to be a very smart move by companies that make heat pumps. They will make a lot of money while the electricity rates continue to be high. I wonder if this new push for heat pumps will severely hurt some electric companies?
ReplyDeleteIts crazy the amount of advancements electric companies and such are advancing their technology.
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