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Heat pumps twice as efficient as fossil fuel systems in cold weather, study finds (www.theguardian.com)
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[–] 62 points 3 years ago (6 children)

Apparently it doesn’t work in Germany. Physics work differently here. At least that’s what our corrupt politicians want us to think

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  • [–] 33 points 3 years ago (2 children)

    I hear that too. Not just politicians, there's loads of experts lecturing on heating technologies. It's just too cold in Germany for heat pumps. Doesn't stop Scandinavia from getting them, granted, but in Germany it's just too cold. No point. Sorry.

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  • [–] 9 points 3 years ago* (1 child)

    I can't get an electrician and contractor to come install one (as an AC mainly) inside of 6 months, and I've been trying to find one for 6 months.

    The heat is actually killing me I can't sleep and have other health problems. I brought a dual hose unit from the US with me I'm running on a voltage converter and it's the only thing keeping my apartment livable.

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  • [–] 7 points 3 years ago (2 children)

    Germany has corrupt politicians? Say it ain't so!

    /s (all politicians are corrupt)

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  • [–] 3 points 3 years ago (1 child)

    Actually, there is a noticeable difference between right leaning and left leaning parties, with the former being a lot more corrupt than the latter.

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