What Are Heat Pumps? | Elevate Quick Takes

What are heat pumps, and how do they work? A heat pump is a type of heating system that uses less energy and emits fewer carbon emissions than a traditional heating system, making it a climate-friendly solution to heating and cooling our homes.

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Air sealing and insulation is an important step to complete before electrification to ensure that your home is not losing excess heat through gaps, cracks, or leaks. Without a sealed and insulated home, your heat pump will have to work harder than necessary and can become expensive to operate. Learn more about that process by watching this video:    • Home Energy Efficiency Super Stars: A...  

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Elevate is a nonprofit organization that works nationally and is headquartered in Chicago. We design and implement programs that reduce costs, protect people and the environment, and ensure the benefits of clean and efficient energy use reach those who need them most.

Elevate seeks to create a world in which everyone has clean and affordable heat, power, and water in their homes and communities — no matter who they are or where they live. Making the benefits and services of the clean energy economy accessible to everyone is how we fight climate change while supporting equity.