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What is a heat pump? Here's how the cutting-edge cooling and heating tech will save you money on your energy bill


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Assembly members in New York are working with fossil-fuel interests to delay an all-electric building law that would protect residents' health.
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Officials spark backlash with alarming U-turn on new construction law: 'Purely a political maneuver'

The Nichols' family retrofitted their home to meet ambitious building standards.
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Couple may have set national record for unusual way they rebuilt 1980s home: 'It is possible to reinvent the way we do things'

One homeowner was shocked to receive an unexpected $425 HVAC repair bill for a faulty breaker in their system.
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Homeowner searches for professional advice after HVAC company slaps them with massive 'repair' bill: 'I don't feel comfortable paying this invoice'

An Arizona home inspector shared his experience with gas leaks in new-construction homes.
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Home inspector exposes upsetting trend 'oozing out' of most new-build American homes: '5 out of 6 ... have [this]'

One U.K. homeowner installed his own pipes for a heat pump, choosing the size and insulation himself to save money, but was disappointed with the results.
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Homeowner receives expert backlash after DIY HVAC installation costs them big: 'I wouldn't get a butcher to do my dentistry'

An ICF report is warning about skyrocketing energy costs for millions of Americans — here's how solar could help.
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Shocking report predicts a nearly 80% increase in electricity demand by 2050: 'Utilities ... will be constrained'

Are solar panels emitting harmful levels of EMF?
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Homeowner sparks controversial discussion after blaming illness on solar panels: 'You should see a doctor'

Homeowners new to heat pumps might experience a learning curve with maintenance, but cleaning them can make a big difference.
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Homeowner issues PSA after sharing photo of disturbing discovery inside common appliance: 'Don't forget to do it'

One Redditor shared their stunning transformation from a typical lawnscape to a native plant yard.
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Homeowner shares before-and-after photos after transforming lifeless yard: 'Takes my breath away'

For four years, SolarAid has been on a mission to install solar panels on each of the almost 9,000 homes in the village of Kasakula in Malawi.
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Officials celebrate after new-age energy project transforms remote location: 'We wanted to test the viability'

One Redditor was so pleased with the terms of the Sunrun solar lease that they were taking over in their new home, they thought there must be some catch.
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Homebuyer seeks financial advice after purchasing a house with leased solar panels: 'Am I missing something?'

One Reddit user was shocked by how much their heat pump was running. Thankfully, other users were quick to reassure them.
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Homeowner seeks advice after noticing worrying HVAC trend during extreme cold snap: 'Is this normal?'

Millions of US households could save money by installing solar panels with battery backup, a recent study showed.
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Stanford analysis reveals the off-grid tech that can protect families during extreme weather: 'Hurricanes and heat waves … becoming more frequent'

Upgrading to a heat pump is a surefire way to save money on utility bills and protect against rising energy costs.
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Homeowner busts widespread HVAC myth after dealing with frigid Canadian cold front: 'Today was our first test'

Voters in many states have been expressing their frustration after utility rate hikes, with the issue being especially on voters' minds in key battleground states.
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Politicians face increasing pressure as data centers impact Americans' energy bills: 'It's a ... 'eat or heat' type decision'

One Reddit user was shocked after receiving a nearly $1,200 bill for what they thought would be a routine HVAC repair.
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Homeowner stunned after HVAC tech hits them with eye-watering bill for basic maintenance: 'He … wasn't even here for more than an hour'

Installing a solar system for your home is one of the most effective ways to save on your utility bills.
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Financial advisor breaks down the key differences between owning and leasing solar panels: 'The cost … has plummeted'

A study from Germany's Fraunhofer Institute revealed that modern HVAC tech can significantly benefit 19th-century homes.
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New study uncovers stunning results after retrofitting 200-year-old homes with heat pumps HVACs — here's what they discovered

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