Heat-pump water heaters gain consumer adoption as efficiency improves

Heat-pump water heaters, which use electricity to move heat rather than generate it, are becoming more appealing to homeowners seeking lower utility bills and reduced emissions, though installation remains a barrier.

First covered Aug 27, 2026 · 12:30 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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30d Canary Media Heat-pump water heaters just keep getting better — Last November, Jonathan Cohen needed a new water heater for the house he and his wife had recently purchased.

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Appeared in: 2026-08-27 (#20) · 2026-08-28 (#13)

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