Electric heat pumps are devices that transfer heat from one place to another using electricity. They can both heat and cool spaces by moving heat indoors during winter and outdoors during summer. This makes them an efficient alternative to traditional heating systems like furnaces. These systems work by extracting heat from the air, ground, or water, even in cold temperatures. Heat pumps are known for their energy efficiency, as they can provide more heating or cooling energy than the electrical energy they consume. This efficiency can lead to lower energy bills and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.