Clean Energy Technology Observatory, Heat pumps in the European Union
This report provides an update on the state of the art of heat pump technology, including its application in buildings, industry, and district heating and cooling. It presents installed capacity, sales and projections, and an analysis of research and development trends. It also discusses EU competitiveness in the global value chain and identifies potential supply risks. As of 2023, there were more than 21.5 million heat pumps installed in the EU. Between 2013 and 2022, heat pump sales experienced continuous growth, reaching a peak in 2022 when