TIMES RECORD • October 12, 2023
Heat pumps are often much less powerful; they
can keep you very comfortable all winter if all they have to do is keep indoor air at the right temperature. But if your house lets outdoor cold air come right through, replacing your oil boiler with electric heat pumps might leave you feeling a little chilly. A sustainable home energy strategy is not to waste energy by installing more powerful heat pumps but rather solve the problem of cold air blowing through your home. Mainers are switching from heating oil to electric heating much faster than anticipated. If done well, this home energy transition can save us money, improve our comfort, and protect our health and well-being. ~ Fred Horch