Heat pumps can keep your home cozy in the winter and — despite their name — cool your home efficiently in the summer. You can save up to $2,000 with federal tax ...

With global warming becoming an urgent issue, heating our homes efficiently -- and sustainably -- has taken center stage. As winters become more unpredictable (and unexpectedly harsh), finding ...

A common refrain is that they’re only effective in mild climates. We put that idea to the test. Credit...Photo illustration by The New York Times; Shutterstock Supported by By Sofia Quaglia Heat pumps ...

A heat pump doesn't generate heat; it transfers it from one place to another. It's an appliance with a bright future in an ...

The highly efficient devices are the darlings of the environmental movement. Here’s why. By Hilary Howard Heat pumps, which both warm and cool buildings and are powered by electricity, have been ...

Get a firsthand look at how a Pennsylvania home transformed its energy costs by making the switch to a heat pump. Faith Foushee is a CNET contributor and a former writer for SaveOnEnergy.com, covering ...

A heat pump water heater -- like this one with a separate evaporator -- can reduce the amount of energy you use to heat water in your home. Sure, you can save money by using less hot water, but an ...

As electricity costs rise and temperatures start to heat up, saving on cooling costs this summer has become a top priority for many. Experts believe that from the Rockies to the East Coast, this ...

Heat pumps, which generate heat to homes in place of gas-fired furnaces, are getting more use nationally. They’ve been touted as a tool that can cut both greenhouse gas emissions and energy use. The ...

Underfloor heating is a popular choice for renovators and extenders alike. One of the main pros of underfloor heating is its ...