Merino Energy, a new startup led by a former Apple engineer, created a lower-cost heat pump that launched today.

For nearly 20 years, The NEWS has followed the growing popularity of the HVACR mini-split market. A glance into the archives shows the ductless industry in its North American infancy in 2000, when 12 ...

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This mini-split system was used in several rooms in this 1840 square foot house in Bainbridge Island, WA. The house was designed by Davis Studio Architecture and Design. The mini-split system was from ...

Ductless mini-split air conditioners offer powerful cooling without bulky window units or expensive ductwork.

"I'm genuinely curious why they aren't more common here." ...

This will be the first time that the technology will be available for homes.

You may have heard of ductless mini-split air conditioners or heat pumps recently. They’re one of the more recent developments in HVAC technology. But is one right for your home? Ductless mini-splits ...

Mini split air conditioners are characterized by cooling efficiency, silent operation, and versatile installation. Regular ...

A heat pump heats and cools your home, functioning like a combined furnace and central air conditioner. Because it absorbs and moves heat from the air, it is exceptionally energy-efficient and ...