Why Are Americans Obsessed with A/C Units?

Summary by Krater

An overview of the history, market trends, and technology behind heat pumps and mini-splits in the US, concluding that heat pumps and mini-splits continue to outsell gas furnaces due to their efficiency, rebates, and ability to handle cold climates.

From the video

Answers: Why are heat pumps and mini-splits becoming so popular in the US?

• heat pump sales trends
• mini-split heat pumps
• cold climate heat pumps
• HVAC technology history
• energy efficiency ratings

What it concludes

• Heat pumps have been outselling furnaces in the US for four years running.
• Federal tax credits, state rebates, and improvements in cold-climate heat pump technology have driven the growth of heat pumps and mini-splits.
• Mini-splits operate efficiently in cold climates down to -22 °F using variable-speed inverter compressors.
• The introduction of A2L refrigerants has forced industry-wide equipment turnover starting in 2025.