Carrier Powering the Future of Energy

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Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR) has launched field trials of innovative battery-enabled HVAC systems designed to enhance grid stability. The company is testing how these systems can store and shift energy during peak demand periods, combining variable-speed heat pumps with battery storage technology.

With an estimated 30 million Carrier HVAC units installed in North American homes, representing over 100 GW of potential flexible demand, the initiative aims to help utilities manage electricity demand more effectively. The trials are being conducted in collaboration with utilities and EPRI to evaluate homes as flexible Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).

Positive

• Potential to leverage 30 million installed HVAC units for grid management
• Innovation in combining battery storage with HVAC systems for energy efficiency
• Strategic positioning in the growing distributed energy resources market
• Partnership with utilities and EPRI validates technology potential

Negative

• Field trials still in early stages with unproven results
• Significant infrastructure investment likely needed for widespread implementation

Field trials underway for next-generation battery-enabled HVAC systems to strengthen the grid

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, has begun its first field trials of battery-enabled HVAC systems to test how they can store and shift energy when the grid needs it most.

"Carrier has been shaping the future of climate technology since Willis Carrier invented modern air conditioning in 1902," said David Gitlin, Chairman & CEO, Carrier. "Now, we're installing our first battery-enabled HVAC systems in homes to validate performance. These systems can help strengthen the grid, support renewable integration and maintain comfort — all while adapting to evolving energy demands."

As the U.S. power grid faces aging infrastructure, record heat and rising demand from data centers and industry, Carrier Energy, the company's new energy management solutions business, is working with utilities and EPRI to assess the role of homes as flexible Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).

Through these trials, Carrier is assessing how its next-generation HVAC system — pairing more efficient variable-speed heat pumps with battery storage — can help reduce peak demand by shifting energy use from on-peak to off-peak periods, providing greater grid flexibility and resilience.

With an estimated 30 million Carrier HVAC units installed in North American homes — representing more than 100 GW of potential flexible demand — the opportunity is significant. At scale, these systems could offer utilities a powerful tool to manage electricity demand.

"This trial is a clear demonstration of how Carrier can help contribute to a more resilient, intelligent grid," said Hakan Yilmaz, Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer and leader of Carrier Energy. "With data to be delivered by EPRI, we're showing that smart home energy solutions are not a future concept — they're happening now."

For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com.

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

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FAQ

What is Carrier's (NYSE: CARR) new battery-enabled HVAC system?

Carrier's new system combines variable-speed heat pumps with battery storage technology to shift energy use from peak to off-peak periods, helping strengthen grid flexibility and resilience.

How many Carrier HVAC units are installed in North America?

Carrier has approximately 30 million HVAC units installed in North American homes, representing more than 100 GW of potential flexible demand.

What is the purpose of Carrier's battery-enabled HVAC field trials?

The trials aim to assess how the systems can store and shift energy during peak demand periods, support renewable integration, and maintain comfort while helping utilities manage electricity demand.

Who is Carrier partnering with for these HVAC field trials?

Carrier is working with utilities and EPRI (Electric Power Research Institute) to evaluate homes as flexible Distributed Energy Resources (DERs).

How will Carrier's new HVAC technology benefit the power grid?

The technology can help reduce peak demand by shifting energy use to off-peak periods, providing greater grid flexibility and resilience while supporting renewable energy integration.