Special student awards are open to university students in the appropriate disciplines. The awards will be presented at an annual awards ceremony. Return to top of page. The Facts Heat pumps supply more energy than they consume, by extracting heat from their surroundings. Currently heat pump systems can supply as much as 3kW of heat output for just 1kW of energy input.
Heat is transferred from outside air or from warm exhaust air.
It can also be drawn from a water source such as river, ground or waste water. Heat from any of these sources is used to heat air or water for various heating needs. Unlike other heating systems heat pumps can also be used for cooling. An information and collaboration network on heat pumps was officially launched on Wednesday 7th July at a seminar in London. All those active and interested in heat pump technologies, including industrial and buildings-related applications are invited to participate.