How to Make Heat Pumps Even Better
The fast growing pace of heat pump installations is a significant factor in achieving global climate goals. Heat pumps replace fossil fuel based systems, resulting in less pollution and CO2-emissions. However, the increasing adoption rate of heat pumps also increases the demand for electricity. While the utilization of electricity is desirable, the growing share of renewable, i.e. weather dependent, electricity production increases price and supply volatility. The volatility in electricity prices poses a risk to heat pump owners, as they may experience high and unpredictable costs.
The rise in heat pump installations has introduced a new dimension for building owners to consider, as they now need to manage and optimize electricity consumption. This is where demand response can play a pivotal role in supporting both heat pump installers and building owners.
The European Heat Pump Association’s newly published Heat pump accelerator paper says: By making it easier for consumers to buy and maintain heat pumps as well as increasing energy system integration with flexible heat pumps, we can remove barriers for large-scale heat pump rollout.
Smart Grid Enabled Heat Pumps
Kapacity.io’s Smart Heat Pump Optimization service simplifies the process of connecting heat pumps to a cloud-based platform with just a few clicks. It utilizes predictive algorithms that take into account user schedules, weather forecasts, and dynamic and Time-of-Use electricity tariffs.
The result? Energy savings reach even 25% of electricity costs, offering protection against soaring electricity bills. Importantly, these savings also contribute to a decrease of CO2 -emissions.
The platform is also available to heat pump installers, via our Fleet Management- feature, enabling installers to monitor and analyze the performance of all of their connected heat pumps.
Key Benefits of Connected Heat Pumps:
- No hardware required – you connect using your heat pump cloud credentials.
- New services for energy cost reduction with predictive control, load shifting, peak load control, and demand response
- New service models for heat pump installers and resellers, such as streamlined monitoring and management
In a world transitioning to greener heating solutions, Kapacity.io’s Demand Response Platform can become the perfect partner for installers, resellers, and original equipment manufacturers’ digital managers. Kapacity.io equips you with the tools and services needed to drive the smart electrification revolution, allowing your business to thrive in a sustainable future. Embrace the power of connected heat pumps and join us in shaping a cleaner, more efficient planet. 🌿
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