This ACEEE report on space heating, published in June 2020, describes current programs designed to foster the uptake of high-efficiency heat pumps as a primary heating system, while gradually reducing the use of fossil fuels in buildings. Findings show that most of these programs in different U.S. regions target the residential sector and smaller commercial buildings. Areas with high use of delivered fuels (fuel oil and propane) are more suitable candidates for these programs since the economics of electrification work better than areas served by natural gas. The report will be of interest to industry professionals in the HVAC sector all those involved in recommending or tracking regulatory policy.

Key words: energy management, installation equipment/diagnostics, HVAC