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Want to Decarbonize Your Life? Here’s How.

Shift Key with Robinson Meyer and Jesse Jenkins

CHAPTER

Emissions and Heat Pumps: A Complex Analysis

This chapter explores the nuanced differences between short-run and long-run emissions, with a focus on the unclear definitions of cold climate heat pumps. It highlights the energy efficiency of heat pumps compared to traditional HVAC systems and underscores the importance of decarbonization versus mere emissions reduction. Additionally, the chapter includes a personal segment on the challenges of electric vehicle charging, illustrating the broader theme of transition to sustainable technologies.

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