This paper investigates a utility’s look at the dual fuel heat pump (an electric heat pump coupled with a gas or oil furnace). A study was made to determine the impact of dual fuel heat pumps on utilities, ultimate consumers, and conservation of energy considering such items as life-cycle cost calculations, utility benefits, institutional barriers and fuel sources. Also investigated were seasonal efficiencies, off peak/on peak consumptions, monthly energy consumptions, electrical demand and breakeven point for various utility rates. A comparison is made between the regular heat pump, dual fuel heat pump and a gas or oil furnace with a central air conditioner.
Citation: Symposium, ASHRAE Transactions, Volume 87, Part 1, Chicago, Illinois
Product Details
- Published:
- 1981
- Number of Pages:
- 11
- File Size:
- 1 file , 2.3 MB
- Product Code(s):
- D-CH-81-15-3
