Breaking Barriers in Heat Pump Technology at the 2024 Global Consortium

The consortium brought together LG’s top engineers and researchers with academic leaders from participating universities. Each regional cluster in the consortium, established in Alaska, USA, Oslo, Norway, and Harbin, China, alongside the South Korean cluster, focused on developing region-specific heat pump solutions. These international collaborations were designed to create high-performance, efficient HVAC systems for different climates.

Through collaborations with universities known for their world-class HVAC research programs, LG enhanced its R&D capabilities. By tapping into the academic expertise from institutions in Seoul, Busan, Alaska, Oslo, and Harbin, the company made strides in developing the next generation of heat pumps. These partnerships also strengthened LG’s competitive edge in the global heating and cooling solutions market.

As demand for energy-efficient, low-carbon heat pumps continued to grow worldwide, LG was well-positioned to meet this need. The company’s commitment to delivering region-specific solutions for the North American, European, and Asian markets aligned with the global trend towards sustainability.

LG’s HVAC business was a key part of the company’s broader strategy to innovate its B2B portfolio. With its advanced technologies, such as inverter compressors and AI-driven systems, LG became a market leader in HVAC solutions. The company also operated five Air Solution Research Labs across the globe and ran HVAC academies in 43 countries, training more than 30,000 engineers annually.

James Lee, head of LG’s Air Solution Business Unit, commented, “Through the Global Heat Pump Consortium, we aimed to lead the HVAC industry with decarbonization solutions aligned with the global electrification trend.”