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What Are Heat Pumps?
A heat pump is a device that provides energy, in the form of heat, to a specific location. This process is referred to as "heat sink". Essentially, heat pumps absorb heat, or the thermal energy, from a cold location and release that energy to warm space.
Air conditioners and freezers are common examples of heat pumps.
How Do Heat Pumps Encourage Green Living?
When used for heat, heat pumps are actually three to four times more efficient than electrical resistance heaters in the use of electric power.
