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R290 Heat Pumps Dominate the ISH 2023 Show in Germany
Close to 40 companies exhibited R290 heat pumps, signaling a decisive move away from fluorinated greenhouse gases.
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Daikin To Introduce First Residential Propane Heat Pump
Daikin Europe is set to launch the new Altherma 4 air-to-water heat pump series at ISH 2023, including models running on natural refrigerant propane.
Germany Grants Bonus Subsidy to Home Heat Pumps that Use Natural Refrigerants
On January 1, 2023, Germany’s new Federal Funding for Efficient Buildings program came into force, providing subsidies for various alternative heating systems, including heat pumps with a COP of at least 2.7 – and a bonus for those charged with natural refrigerants. According to Germany’s Federal Office of Economics and Export Control, subsidies for heat…
Vaillant Launches R290 Heat Pump Production Line in U.K. Plant
Vaillant’s aroTHERM plus R290-based air-to-water heat pump offers flow temperature of up to 75°C (167°F).
Global Online Database ‘Cool Technologies’ Seeks Examples of Hydrocarbon-Based Products and Installations
The Cool Technologies website aims to provide references to energy efficient equipment that does not rely on f-gases.
ATMO Europe: European Commission Report Promotes Natural Refrigerants as Competitive Edge for EU Heat Pump Manufacturers
The European Commission’s energy department premiered the report at ATMO Europe.
GIZ Study Finds Minimal Cost Difference Between Use of Hydrocarbons and F-Gases in Split ACs
A switch from R32 to R290 would likely incur a small incremental material cost (less than €10).
Huayi Says ‘Green Cooling’ Cubigel Compressors Boost COP 20–30%
In their more advanced version, the compressors can save up to 50% of energy use compared with R404A models.
European Commission Finds Ambitious F-gas Regulation Would Align with Heat Pump Goals
Manufacturers would have time to scale up the production of natural refrigerant equipment, says the European Commission.
Haier to Launch R290 Air-to-Air Split Heat Pump in Europe in 2023
The Chinese OEM sees growing evidence that R290 will become a serious player in the AC and heat pump market.