Heat Pumps
A heat pump is an energy-efficient alternative to conventional home heating systems, such as a natural gas furnace or electric baseboards. Plus, a heat pump can provide both efficient heating and cooling to keep your home comfortable year-round!
The benefits of a heat pump include:
- more efficient technology:
- up to 300X more efficient than electric baseboards
- up to 50% more efficient than a typical window air conditioner unit
- reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- reduced environmental impact
A heat pump uses electricity to move heat from one place to another. In the winter, a heat pump transfers heat from the outside air to indoors through a cycle of compression and expansion of a refrigerant. In the summer, it operates in reverse and transfers heat from inside your home to outdoors, like an air conditioner.
A heat pump has two major parts: an outdoor unit that transfers air to and from the outdoors and one or more indoor units that move air through your home.
Heat Pump Case Studies
Residents from across the city share how their home efficiency improvements have made their homes more comfortable and climate resilient, while also reducing their environmental impact.
Heat Pump Industry Training Resources
City of Kamloops Heat Pump Research
Is your home's natural gas system ready for replacement? Are you considering making the switch to a cleaner, more efficient alternative?
Several rebate types include a top-up from the City of Kamloops for eligible Kamloops residents.
Click here for more information on available rebates and how to apply.