Using heat pumps to save energy.

Author(s) : DIAMANT R. M. E.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Points out that although heat pumps are often a viable way of saving energy, this is not always the case. Refers to a computer program HEATPUMP, one of a set of 36 technical programs, which sets out to evaluate exactly under which circumstances such equipment saves money, and when it does not. Explains the operating fundamentals of heat pumps and discusses their economic viability. Presents examples of the application of the program, showing the payback periods for proposed heat pump installations.

Details

  • Original title: Using heat pumps to save energy.
  • Record ID : 1993-1630
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Energy Dig. - vol. 20 - n. 4
  • Publication date: 1991

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