Carrier Completes Department of Energy's Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge: Transformative Innovation Set for 2024 Commercial Rollout
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Carrier (NYSE: CARR) has successfully completed the Department of Energy's (DOE) Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge for residential applications. The company's Infinity® variable-speed heat pumps with Greenspeed® Intelligence and advanced cold climate technology demonstrated impressive performance, operating at 100% capacity at 0°F and reliably down to -13°F in field trials. These units are set for production in September 2024 at Carrier's Collierville, TN factory.
Key features include:
- 100% rated heating capacity at 5°F
- Bluetooth modules for digital monitoring
- Operating range from -13°F to 125°F
- Use of R-454B refrigerant (Puron Advance™)
- Advanced defrost technology
Positive
- Successful completion of DOE's Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge
- Heat pumps operate at 100% capacity at 0°F and reliably down to -13°F in field trials
- Production of new heat pumps set to begin in September 2024
- Potential for consumers to receive up to $2,000 in tax credits and $8,000 in state rebates
- Advanced features including Bluetooth modules and improved defrost technology
- Aligns with Carrier's commitment to invest $4 billion in sustainable solutions
Negative
- None.
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Consumers in northern regions can use incentives such as rebates and tax credits ranging from around
"We looked at this challenge as more than an opportunity to help electrify colder climates, we saw unlimited potential in what our heat pumps could do in even the harshest regions," said Nick Arch, Vice President and General Manager, Residential HVAC Solutions, Carrier. "We're proud of our engineering team, which didn't just meet the challenge criteria but also incorporated new, innovative technologies."
Three Carrier Infinity® variable-speed heat pumps with Greenspeed® Intelligence and advanced cold climate technology trial units were installed in
- Operated at
100% capacity at 0 degrees Fahrenheit. - Operated reliably down to -13 degrees Fahrenheit in the field, while operation down to -23 degrees Fahrenheit was demonstrated in Carrier labs.
- Worked with Carrier's advanced Infinity System Control.
"We knew we wanted to go above and beyond the requirements to build a unit we could truly consider next generation," said Adam Finney, Director of Global Ducted Residential Systems, Carrier. "Incorporating advanced technologies that provide consistent comfort without sacrificing efficiency in frigid temperatures was key to driving adoption. Our new cold climate heat pumps offer a more energy efficient solution that more homeowners across the country can now benefit from."
In addition to meeting the challenge criteria, these units are the first in Carrier's residential ducted heat pump portfolio to provide
Carrier's participation in the challenge came on the heels of its ambitious sustainability goals in which Carrier has committed to investing
In addition to completing the residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge, Carrier is participating in the DOE's Better Buildings Commercial Heat Pump Accelerator and is developing innovative heat pump technologies in higher efficiency light commercial units with reduced life cycle costs for end users.
To learn more about Carrier, visit www.carrier.com/residential.
About Carrier
Founded by the inventor of modern air conditioning, Carrier is a world leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions. Carrier experts provide sustainable solutions, integrating energy-efficient products, building controls and energy services for residential, commercial, retail, transport and food service customers. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. For more information, visit carrier.com or follow @Carrier on Twitter.
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