Evaluation of environmental and economic impacts of implementing a widespread residential heat-pump installation program in NS

Nova Scotia Power Inc. provides programing for customers seeking to procure and install heat pumps at their homes. By enabling the installation of a high-efficiency heating solution, heat pumps help customers lower their heating bills. There are also many potential benefits for the Province of Nova Scotia, including potential to reduce household greenhouse gas emissions, economic benefits for Nova Scotians, and associated health and environmental benefits from offsetting less efficient heating methods. With this in mind, we are conducting this research project to evaluate and communicate these potential benefits and identify ways for public policy to support heat pump adoption for Nova Scotians seeking heating solutions.

Faculty Supervisor:

Michelle Adams

Student:

Partner:

Nova Scotia Power

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Utilities

University:

Dalhousie University

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