Energy Efficient Water Heating Technology

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Energy Efficient Water Heating Technology

Northwest Utilities 's Newest heat pump water heater is up to 69 percent more efficient than standard electric water heaters and designed to allow for more flexible installation options

Northwest energy utilities and energy efficiency organizations have worked together to support the introduction of innovative technologies to market through the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA). GE (NYSE: GE) announced advancements on a proven technology that can help bring about enormous energy savings to the region, the GeoSpringâ„¢ Heat Pump Water Heater.

Improving technology for northern climates
Made in Louisville, Ky., the GeoSpringâ„¢ heat pump water heater is designed to deliver stellar performance for all climates and installation locations, including colder climates in the Northwest and throughout the country. This is the first product to meet the highest efficiency tier of the Northern Climate Specification that NEEA helped develop with Northwest utilities and other regional stakeholders. NEEA also conducted independent testing to verify the product's performance.

As one of the most energy-efficient water heating solutions designed for northern climates, GE's GeoSpringâ„¢ heat pump water heater offers improved performance through advanced compressor technology and works at temperatures as low as 35 degrees. A new ducting kit allows for installation in more locations, enabling widespread consumer adoption of this efficient technology. GE estimates that the GeoSpringâ„¢ is up to 69 percent more efficient compared to a standard electric water heater, saving the average household $388 year.

"Thanks to our collaboration with Northwest utilities and NEEA over the past several years, GE GeoSpringâ„¢ heat pump water heaters have experienced tremendous growth in the Northwest," said Francois Lebrasseur, marketing manager for GE Appliances. "The GE product development team was able to leverage NEEA's extensive knowledge of what the region needed most, and introduce several product improvements to help Northwest consumers save energy without sacrificing product quality."

Source: GE Appliances Press Room

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