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Part 1: Evaluation of Mini-Split Heat Pumps as Supplemental and Full System Retrofits in a Hot-Humid Climate
More stringent energy efficiency standards and the demand for higher efficiency are increasing the popularity of technologies such as mini-split heat pumps (MSHPs). The market for ductless heat pumps is growing 10–30% annually. The U....
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Ground-source heat pumps (GSHPs), also called geothermal heat pumps or ground-coupled heat pumps, are gaining popularity as efficient space-conditioning systems. [continue reading]
Looking for a Few Good Contractors
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Some Like It Hot
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Almost everybody knows when they are cold, but it is difficult to predict an individual's thermal comfort for a particular set of conditions. [continue reading]
Downsizing Steam Systems
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Most steam heating systems in use today are oversized, and downsizing those systems can deliver attractive savings. [continue reading]
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