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                     Heat Pumps: Powering the 
Future of Clean Heating 
and Cooling
Discover how revolutionary heat pump technology is transforming 
how we heat and cool our world while fighting climate change.
The Heat Pump Revolution 
Is Here
11% 500M 600M
Global Sales CO2 Reduction Units Needed by 
Growth Potential 2030
Heat pump sales Tons of carbon Heat pumps 
surge worldwide in dioxide cuts by 2030 required globally to 
2022, with Europe — equivalent to achieve critical 
leading at 40% removing every car climate targets
growth in Europe
Breakthrough Technologies Driving Adoption
Variable-Speed Advanced Refrigerants Cold Climate Systems
Compressors
R290 (propane) and other next- Enhanced defrost technology 
Intelligent systems that gen refrigerants reduce and specialized designs operate 
automatically adjust capacity environmental impact while efficiently in extreme conditions 
and efficiency based on real-time enabling water heating up to down to -20°F (-29°C)
heating or cooling demand 80°C
Expanding Heat Pumps to 
Cold Climates
1 DOE Challenge Launch
Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge accelerated 
innovation for harsh winter performance
2 Breakthrough Testing
Trane prototype delivered 90% heating efficiency in 
Boise winters, slashing energy costs 15-20%
3 Market Expansion
New models now viable across northern U.S., Canada, 
and cold European regions
Diverse Applications Beyond Homes
Industrial Applications Geothermal Systems Retrofit Solutions
High-temperature heat pumps Ultra-efficient ground-source Ductless mini-splits and air-to-water 
supply steam for food processing systems with 50+ year underground systems enable heat pump 
and paper manufacturing, replacing loops provide consistent heating and installation in homes without 
fossil fuel boilers cooling existing ductwork
Regulatory and Market Shifts in 2025 and Beyond
EPA Mandates New Standards Economic Transformation
Starting 2025, new A2L refrigerants with dramatically lower global warming potential While initial costs rise, long-term energy savings and growing incentive programs 
become mandatory across the industry. significantly improve return on investment.
Manufacturers are rapidly scaling production to meet surging demand driven by 
electrification policies and climate commitments.
Real-World Impact: Success Stories
European Leadership Innovation Breakthroughs Industry Momentum
Europe's heat pump adoption Octopus Energy's R290 heat Daikin and Vaillant launching 
accelerated by energy security pump achieves 80°C water high-temperature models 
concerns and climate urgency, heating, solving retrofit designed for broader home 
with countries like Norway challenges in older buildings compatibility and easier 
achieving 60% market installation
penetration
Challenges Ahead and the 
Path Forward
Scale Production
Manufacturing capacity must expand rapidly to meet 
unprecedented global demand
Upgrade Infrastructure
Electrical grids require modernization to support 
widespread heat pump adoption
Educate Consumers
Overcome "temperature anxiety" and misinformation 
through comprehensive education programs