Fraunhofer ISE demos high-temperature heat pumps for industrial steam production

German researchers demonstrated heat pumps capable of producing steam at 160 degrees Celsius, expanding the potential for electrified industrial heating and district energy networks.

First covered Oct 9, 2026 · 5:45 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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33d PV Magazine Fraunhofer ISE demonstrates industrial heat pumps capable of producing steam at 160 C — Fraunhofer ISE has demonstrated that high-temperature heat pumps can supply industrial process steam at up to 160 C and operate effectively in district heating…

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Appeared in: 2026-10-09 (#1) · 2026-10-10 (#5)

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