All: Waking the Sleeping Giant

Next Generation Policy Instruments for Renewable Heating & Cooling in Commercial Buildings (RES-H-NEXT)

Renewable heating and cooling (RES-H/C) is the sleeping giant of renewable energy. Across the globe, it is estimated that thermal energy comprises approximately 50% of total global final energy demand (across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors). The majority of heat demand in buildings – over three quarters – is served by fossil fuels or traditional biomass. Modern (high efficiency, low emission) renewables are estimated to serve only 10% of thermal energy demand.

GSHP: How much space is needed for a GSHP installation?

Ground source heat pumps have both outdoor and indoor components. If your home or business lacks the space for either of these, you may be better served by another heating and cooling technology—like an air source heat pump, which has lower space requirements.

Wood Pellet Heating: Installing thermal storage with your wood pellet heating system

Thermal storage generally increases the efficiency of your system but will add to the cost. In some states you might not have a choice in order to obtain a rebate on your wood pellet system. Learn more about the pros and cons of thermal storage and whether you need to install storage with your system.

Wood pellets, wood chips, and cord wood - a comparison of biomass fuel types

Not all biomass fuels are created equal. Of the biomass fuels commonly used in the U.S. -- wood pellets, wood chips, and cord wood -- some are more efficient, cheaper, and cleaner than others. Learn more about the various biomass fuels you can use to heat your home

ASHP: Ducted or ductless? Mini-splits?

Learn more about different types of heat pumps and HVAC designs and what will work best for your home or business.

Ductless mini-splits? Ducted systems? Wall-mounted heads? Learn more about different types of heat pumps and HVAC designs and what will work best for your home or business.