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for community association buildings looking to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a more sustain able future. Furthermore, because CO2 heat pumps do not rely on natural gas, they eliminate the need for fossil fuel consumption, further reducing a building’s carbon footprint. This is particularly important as more communities aim to achieve net-zero emissions and adhere to ever-changing sustainability standards.

on combustion processes, which can result in significant energy losses as well as high carbon emissions. In contrast, heat pumps leverage the refrigeration cycle through the use of electrical power to transfer heat, making them far more efficient at both heating and cooling. CO2 heat pumps can achieve impressive coefficients of performance (COP), meaning that for every unit of electrical energy used, they can deliver multiple units of heating or cooling. In fact, many CO2 heat pump systems can provide over 3 units of heating or cooling for every 1 unit of electricity consumed. This high efficiency translates to lower energy consumption and reduced operational costs. CO2 heat pumps also significantly reduce the envi ronmental impact of heating and cooling systems. Unlike traditional systems that rely on synthetic refrigerants such as HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons), which have high global warming potentials, CO2 has a minimal environmental footprint. This makes CO2 heat pumps an attractive option

“CO2 heat pumps also significantly reduce the environmental impact of heating and cooling systems.”

Another benefit is that central plant CO2 heat pumps are highly adaptable and can be scaled to meet the unique needs of different buildings or communities. Whether serv

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