- link Copy Url - [ Share on twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Cool Off With Affordable, Efficient Heat Pumps https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1227746?absolute=1&via=3blnews "link to 3 B L Media's Twitter") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1227746?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1227746?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Cool Off With Affordable, Efficient Heat Pumps&body=ESG News from Edison International https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1227746?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Energy](/CSR-News/energy-0) # Cool Off With Affordable, Efficient Heat Pumps ##### Southern California Edison offers advice on how to get one at a reduced cost. Aug 14, 2023 10:35 AM ET ![" "](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/infor_edison_8823.png " PHOTO CREDIT: LAWRENCE TSUEI") ![" "](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/HeatpumpSystem_edison_8823.png "Large, outdoor heat pump condensers can support ducted or ductless systems and sometimes both. Slim, space-saving outdoor units are common with ductless heat pump systems. Wall-mounted mini-splits are the most energy-efficient heat pump option.") ![" "](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/infor_edison_8823.png?h=55e6a86f " PHOTO CREDIT: LAWRENCE TSUEI") ![" "](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/HeatpumpSystem_edison_8823.png?h=c673cd1c "Large, outdoor heat pump condensers can support ducted or ductless systems and sometimes both. Slim, space-saving outdoor units are common with ductless heat pump systems. Wall-mounted mini-splits are the most energy-efficient heat pump option.") [Energized by Edison](https://energized.edison.com/stories/cool-off-with-affordable-efficient-heat-pumps) We've all felt the heat. From Lancaster to Palm Springs and Tulare to Irvine, the past few weeks have brought scorching temperatures. July was Earth's [hottest month on record](https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/july-2023-is-hottest-month-ever-recorded-on-earth/ "https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/july-2023-is-hottest-month-ever-recorded-on-earth/"). So, if you're planning to buy an air conditioner or replace your natural gas-powered furnace or water heater, electric heat pumps and heat pump water heaters offer energy-efficient alternatives that are good for your wallet — and the planet. Like a modified refrigerator, [heat pumps move heat from one place to another](https://www.sce.com/factsheet/HVACHeatPumpSystems "https://www.sce.com/factsheet/HVACHeatPumpSystems"), providing cooling and heating (depending on seasonal temperatures) with a single appliance — already a money-saver. Since heat pumps transfer heat rather than generate it, they're up to four times more efficient than gas systems, further reducing energy use and cost. **Ducted and Ductless Heat Pumps** - Some heat pumps use ducts connected to a traditional forced air system; ductless, "mini-split" versions are available too and can be wall-mounted or purchased as a window unit. - These highly versatile appliances can also work in a hybrid system, with ducted and ductless units and a [smart thermostat](https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/shopping-appliances-and-electronics "https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/shopping-appliances-and-electronics"). Instead of replacing one inefficient, carbon-emitting appliance with another (and potentially being stuck with it for years), consider this: [electric heat pumps can save you up to $400 annually](https://www.ethree.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/E3_Residential_Building_Electrification_in_California_April_2019.pdf "https://www.ethree.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/E3_Residential_Building_Electrification_in_California_April_2019.pdf"). Heat pumps are also available at [no cost](https://energized.edison.com/stories/sce-offers-free-energy-efficient-appliances-for-income-qualified-customers "https://energized.edison.com/stories/sce-offers-free-energy-efficient-appliances-for-income-qualified-customers") for qualified, low-income customers through SCE's [Energy Savings Assistance ](https://www.sce.com/residential/assistance/energy-saving-program "https://www.sce.com/residential/assistance/energy-saving-program")program. New, expanded incentives offered in California, along with the [Inflation Reduction Act](https://www.whitehouse.gov/cleanenergy/ "https://www.whitehouse.gov/cleanenergy/") passed by Congress last year, make heat pumps and other energy-efficient appliances more affordable than ever. The statewide TECH Clean California program has more than 1,000 enrolled contractors who can help you claim up to $3,100 in incentives when replacing a gas appliance with a heat pump or heat pump water heater through [The Switch Is On](https://switchison.org/ "https://switchison.org/") campaign. TECH Clean California incentives can be layered with [IRA tax credits and rebates](https://energized.edison.com/stories/new-green-incentives-set-to-spur-home-electrification "https://energized.edison.com/stories/new-green-incentives-set-to-spur-home-electrification") for even more savings. To find a TECH Clean California-approved contractor, explore heat pump incentives and learn more about making the switch to electric, go to [The Switch Is On](https://switchison.org/ "https://switchison.org/"). ***To learn more about cost-effective, energy-efficient appliances for your home or business, visit*** [***sce.com/classes***](https://www.sce.com/classes "https://www.sce.com/classes") ***and take a free online or in-person class at SCE’s*** [***Energy Education Centers***](https://www.sce.com/energycenters "https://www.sce.com/energycenters")***.*** ***For more information on rebates and incentives, visit*** [***sce.com/rebates***](https://www.sce.com/residential/rebates-savings/rebates "https://www.sce.com/residential/rebates-savings/rebates")***.*** [![](/sites/default/files/Clients/EIX_logo_w_tagline_horizontal_cmyk.jpg)](/profiles/edison-international) ### More from Edison International ###### [10 New Year’s Resolutions for a Greener 2024](/news/10-new-years-resolutions-greener-2024) Dec 29, 2023 3:45 PM ET ###### [COP28: Moving From Promises to Progress](/news/cop28-moving-promises-progress) Dec 29, 2023 12:15 PM ET ###### [Bringing Solar Power to Apartment Tenants](/news/bringing-solar-power-apartment-tenants) Dec 21, 2023 9:15 AM ET ###### [’Tis the Season To Donate Toys](/news/tis-season-donate-toys) Dec 18, 2023 10:15 AM ET ###### [Fighting Food Insecurity One Box at a Time](/news/fighting-food-insecurity-one-box-time) Dec 14, 2023 9:15 AM ET ###### [Countdown to 2045: Near-Term Priority Actions To Achieve Net Zero](/news/countdown-2045-near-term-priority-actions-achieve-net-zero) Dec 11, 2023 9:35 AM ET ###### [Countdown to 2045: Executive Summary](/news/countdown-2045-executive-summary) Dec 4, 2023 9:45 AM ET ###### [Taking Clean Energy Education on the Road](/news/taking-clean-energy-education-road) Nov 29, 2023 10:45 AM ET