HEAT PUMP

Heat Pump” by Kristoferb is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0

moves thermal energy in the opposite direction of spontaneous heat transfer, by absorbing heat from a cold space and releasing it to a warmer one.

Pros

Relatively inexpensive and widely available electric space-conditioning system.

Cons

Systems have relatively higher upfront costs, especially compared to more conventional space conditioning technologies.

Real Talk

We need this technology for a transition to 100% renewable energy.