by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, Heat Pumps, News
Increasing the adoption of electrification technologies and decarbonizing the existing housing stock are important facets of Massachusetts meeting its ambitious 2050 climate goals. On that front, the Massachusetts government has proactively introduced incentives and...
by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, News
When it comes to designing and sizing a heat pump system, more is not always better. While undersized systems fail to deliver the required amount of heating, oversized systems can consume excess energy, increase stress on the system, and lead to uncomfortable indoor...
by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, Heat Pumps, News
When making major changes to one’s home, a common primary consideration for homeowners is the potential impact on property value. The added value of any installation is a key indicator of its desirability in the market. A recent study from the University of Maryland...
by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, News
The Alternative Portfolio Standard (APS) was established in 2009 as an incentive for Massachusetts residents, businesses, and institutions to install alternative energy systems which contribute to climate goals by increasing energy efficiency or displacing fossil-fuel...
by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, Heat Pumps, News
Despite sometimes being overlooked in favor of their more prevalent air-source counterparts, geothermal (also known as ground-source) heat pumps are one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly technologies for providing space heating and cooling. Geothermal...
by Abode Staff | Jul 29, 2022 | Contractor News, News
The Abode Heat Pump Program has now been operating with Municipal Light Plants (MLPs) and towns in 14 communities for over a year! Our goal is to support homeowners while making it easier for contractors to sell and install their solutions. 800+ completed...
