Q: Does the system produce enough heat to heat my entire home?

A: Yes, always, even on the coldest days. Our auxiliary burners provide the extra push needed on very cold days.

Q: Does this mean I can disconnect from the electric grid?

A: No. The Climate Energy freewatt™ system works together with the electric grid to supply electricity to your home. It only runs when the there is a need for heat. In states like Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Maine, any excess power produced spins the electric meter backwards for credit later in the day when the electric power demand in the home rises above the output of Climate's freewatt™ System.

Q: The capacity of the generator is only 1.2 kW? Is that really enough?

A: Yes. The yearly average continuous electric power demand in homes is just about 1 kilowatt. Under most net metering arrangements, there would be little or no value for any power produced in a particular month that is in excess of actual monthly usage. The system is sized so as not to exceed the typical monthly power usage during the winter months when the system is expected to run continuously based on heat demand.

Q: Will the system run if there is a power outage?

A: The freewatt product is configured for cost savings, energy conservation, and environmental value, but will shut off if the grid goes down and automatically restart once grid power is restored. Your Climate Energy dealer can provide you with options for keeping heat and power on at your home if there is a grid outage and this is of concern to you. If the future, the freewatt product will be offered in versions that can operate during a grid outage.