A new California law will let households scheduled for gas-line replacement choose an electrification incentive instead, under programs still to be set.
A New Gas Line Or Cash To Electrify? California Lets Households Choose.
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MHI Expands Sales Of High Temp Heat Pump
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is taking its 640 kW ETI-W high-temperature heat pump beyond Japan, targeting industrial and commercial facilities.
Ring’s Smart Lock Still Works Even If The Power Goes Out Thanks To A Hand Crank
Ring says its upcoming $249 Smart Lock can generate emergency power with a hand crank, with a launch planned for early 2027.
Vapor Barrier To Support Blown In Cellulose In The Attic
A GreenBuildingAdvisor response says attic climate, air sealing and insulation weight affect whether a vapor-control membrane can support blown cellulose.
Air To Water Heat Pump To Replace Aging Boiler For Heat And Hot Water?
A Tacoma homeowner is considering a $39,550 air-to-water heat pump system for heating and hot water as a nearly 20-year-old boiler leaks.
Heat Pumps Have So Far Withstood The Death Of Federal Tax Credits
U.S. heat pump shipments remained strong in early 2026 after the federal $2,000 tax credit expired, according to industry shipment data.
AuroraCell Launches 9.7 kWh Sodium-ion Chromium Oxide Residential Battery
AuroraCell has introduced a 48 V, 9.744 kWh residential battery using sodium-ion NCO chemistry, with a claimed 20,000-cycle life and 20-year warranty.
Here’s Why Your Energy Bills Are Going Up
Exploring the key factors behind rising energy costs, including global oil prices, policy impacts, and infrastructure challenges, and what it means for consumers.
Taking Heat Pumps To Government
HPA UK and Nesta showcased heat pumps at the Senedd, urging stronger Welsh policy and financial commitments to expand clean heating.
Air Leaks: Why Every House Needs A Good Air Barrier
A 2012 building-science article explains how air leaks affect energy use, moisture and indoor air quality, and why tight homes need controlled ventilation.
