With an assist from some new technology tweaks, air-sourced heat pumps have emerged as the unsung heroes of the decarbonization movement. These modestly scaled  electricity-powered appliances have become the go-to replacement for energy-guzzling HVAC systems in just a few short years, and that’s just for starters. The heat pump industry is also aiming to kick natural gas out of the hot water space, too.

A Heat Pump Hot Water Heater In (Almost) Every Home

While much attention has been lavished on the electric vehicle as a necessary feature of the green household of the future, hot water heaters are also due for an energy-efficient sustainability makeover.

“Water heating accounts for about 18% of your home’s energy use and is the typically the second largest energy expense in any home,” the US Department of Energy advises.