Technical analysis of high-temperature heat pump published
Technical analysis of high-temperature heat pumps published
As part of the EE4InG2 accompanying research project, we analyzed the current state of research and development in the field of high-temperature heat pumps. This technology is becoming increasingly relevant for the decarbonization of industrial process heat.
📌 Key findings from the analysis
• ♨️ Already usable today in pilot and initial production plants with reliable flow temperatures up to 120 °C
• 🏭 Wide range of applications with great potential in the food, paper, chemical, plastics, and metal industries
• 🔧 Further development potential for higher outputs and temperatures > 160 °C to open up additional processes
• 📉 Technical and economic barriers in terms of scaling, investment costs, compressor technologies, refrigerants, and efficiency under real-world conditions
• 🔄 Practical demonstration projects and knowledge transfer required to accelerate market ramp-up and strengthen application skills
🔗 Direct link to the study
🔗 Further information on the project
👉 We welcome dialogue with industry, research, and politics on the opportunities and requirements of high-temperature heat pumps. Please feel free to contact us.
Project partners
RWTH Aachen University – Institut für Industrieofenbau und Wärmetechnik
IREES – RESEARCH FOR FUTURE 🌍🍃
