California’s New Building Code Pushes for Heat Pumps in Commercial Buildings, but Falls Short for Homes
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Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin. California’s updated energy code, effective January 2026, promotes the use of electric heat pumps in new commercial and residential buildings, aiming to reduce carbon emissions. However, the code omits incentives for homeowners to replace broken air conditioners with heat pumps, a missed opportunity for existing homes….
