Carrier Launches Field Trials of Battery-Enabled HVAC to Support U.S. Grid

Carrier Global Corp. is testing new battery-enabled HVAC systems that can store and shift energy to reduce grid stress during peak times, aiming to improve resilience and efficiency.

Sept. 26, 2025

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Florida — Carrier Global Corp. has launched its first field trials of battery-enabled heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The pilot aims to determine how the technology can support the electric grid by storing and shifting energy during peak demand.

The new systems pair variable-speed heat pumps with battery storage to help reduce strain on the grid by moving energy use from peak to off-peak hours. According to Carrier, this approach could improve grid flexibility and resilience while maintaining residential comfort.

The trials are being conducted in partnership with utilities and the Electric Power Research Institute. Carrier said the project will help validate performance and provide data on how homes can serve as distributed energy resources.

With more than 30 million Carrier HVAC units already installed in North America, representing over 100 gigawatts of potential flexible demand, the company sees significant opportunity for impact at scale.

"This trial is a clear demonstration of how Carrier can help contribute to a more resilient, intelligent grid," said Hakan Yilmaz, chief technology and sustainability officer and leader of Carrier Energy. "With data to be delivered by EPRI, we're showing that smart home energy solutions are not a future concept - they're happening now."

For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com.