Project News Details
Title:
Could global warming improve heat pump efficiency in Alpine regions?
Detail:
Researchers in Italy analyzed air-to-water heat pump performance in Alpine regions, focusing on how start-up and defrost cycles affect efficiency under current and future climate conditions. Their simulations show that while warmer temperatures slightly reduce defrosting losses and modestly improve efficiency, start-up cycling losses remain significant and continue to limit overall performance gains.
Source:
PV-Magazine
Published Date:
19.04.2026
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