Hybrid

Unboxing the Unboxing for the Heat Pump Water Heater

We held a live chat with our Rheem® team of experts so we could answer everyone’s questions about heat pump water heaters. We were glad to hear plumbers appreciated the top connects and duct-ready design. We helped connect homeowners with savings that they can take advantage of. The full replay is available now, but here are the top 3 takeaways.

Top Connects and Duct-Ready Design Are a Win

Installation now takes less time,

Top 5 Livestream Teardown & Training Takeaways

Plumbers joined us for a livestream teardown and training on our Rheem® ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater with new features. We set up our livestream at TE Certified in Kennesaw, Georgia and hosted their team in person and over 100 plumbers online. It was a session to get into the details and answer plumbers’ questions about heat pump water heaters. Tim House, Plumber Support Manager, shared everything.

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Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater Brings New, Exciting Features

Get ready for an exciting update to the Rheem® ProTerra® Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater. As the most energy-efficient water heating solution on the market, ProTerra models save homeowners up to $576 per year on energy costs1. Additionally, they offer built-in Wi-Fi and EcoPort™ (CTA-2045 port) to easily connect to utility programs and save homeowners even more. ProTerra helps homeowners drive a more sustainable future by reducing energy use and carbon footprint,

Kicking Off the Second Annual Heat Pump Water Heater Day

October 25, 2023 is the second annual Heat Pump Water Heater Day. Celebrate with us! The Advanced Water Heating Initiative (AWHI) is bringing together manufacturers, installers, advocates, homebuilders and heat pump water heater (HPWH) owners to spread awareness about this game-changer in the world of energy efficiency. We’ve planned an entire day dedicated to heat pump water heater education. We’ll discuss HPWHs and their potential to help impact the environment through a reduction in energy usage and carbon emissions.

Why You Should Care About Energy Efficiency Day

Join us in celebrating Energy Efficiency Day. This time of year, governments, organizations, manufacturers and utilities come together to promote energy savings and carbon emission reduction. To fully engage in this initiative, start by understanding what makes an appliance energy efficient. This knowledge will help you understand how energy efficiency benefits homes and businesses to make a positive impact on our environment!

Demystifying Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)

Let’s start by understanding water heater efficiency ratings.

Save Today, Save Tomorrow with ProTerra

When savings are top of mind, there is a new option for you to look into now. The brand-new Rheem® ProTerra™ Hybrid Electric Water Heater saves you money as soon as it’s installed with a tax credit, local utility rebates and energy cost savings.

Understanding Your 2023 Water Heater EnergyGuide Label

As a homeowner, you may have noticed yellow EnergyGuide labels on your water heater and appliances. What does the information on the label mean and why is it there?

Why the EnergyGuide Label Is Important

In order to help consumers comparison shop products, the Federal Trade Commission requires manufacturers to place EnergyGuide labels on appliances. The label estimates a residential appliance’s yearly energy cost and how it compares to similar models.

The Full Story on Rebates and Incentives for Heat Pump Water Heaters

Across the country, local utilities and incentive programs offer rebates and credits for switching to Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs). The goal is for homeowners to adopt high efficiency HPWHs to reduce energy demand, lower carbon emissions and help utility companies provide a reliable energy supply.

Why Are There Rebates and Incentives for Heat Pump Water Heaters?

Many states and cities have set aggressive carbon emission reduction targets. For example, California’s target is to reach net zero or carbon neutrality by 2045.

Back to School Means Back to a Busy Night Routine

With kids going back to school, anything we can do to make our night routine easier is definitely welcome. Between sports games, dance lessons, homework, dinner and bath time, you’re surely hoping to find ways to bring some ease. With everyone needing to shower to get ready for bed, use the smart features on your water heater to make sure everyone has a hot shower.

Avoid a Cold Shower with the App

No one wants a cold shower.

How Products Such as Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heaters Become ENERGY STAR Certified

Blog post by ENERGY STAR

Why ENERGY STAR?

Since 1992, when the EPA first introduced the ENERGY STAR® label, the program has expanded to more than 70 product categories including heat pump water heaters (also commonly referred to as “electric hybrid water heaters”) and tankless condensing water heaters. Today, ENERGY STAR is now widely recognized as the simple choice for energy efficiency. According to recent surveys, 91% of households recognize the ENERGY STAR brand and most understand the intent of the ENERGY STAR label on their products.