Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C
Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C is a catalytic wood stove from Hearth and Home Technologies certified at 1.1 g/hr particulate emissions with 77% HHV efficiency and a 12,879–37,102 BTU/h output range.
| Appliance type | wood-stove |
|---|---|
| Combustion technology | Catalytic Stove |
| Certified fuel | Crib Wood |
| Covered model numbers | Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C |
| Emission rate | 1.1 g/hr |
|---|---|
| Carbon monoxide | 2.11 g/min |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 77 % |
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| Heat output (low) | 12879 BTU/h |
|---|---|
| Heat output (high) | 37102 BTU/h |
| Firebox volume | 2 cu ft |
| 25C tax credit eligible (≥75% HHV) | Yes |
|---|---|
| 2020 NSPS compliant | Yes |
| Currently in production | Yes |
| EPA certification number | 164-18 |
What space does the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C suit?
- Its 37,102 BTU/h peak output covers roughly 1,050–1,500 sq ft at the 25–35 BTU/h-per-square-foot rule of thumb — see the sizing calculator to adjust for your insulation and climate.
- The 2 cu ft firebox puts it in the mid-size home class.
- Rough fuel use: about 1.8 cords per season at the midpoint of its output range (8 burn-hours/day, 150-day season, 22 MMBtu/cord — see methodology).
- Certified burning Crib Wood .
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C EPA certified?
Yes, the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C is on the EPA's current list of certified wood heaters (certification number 164-18) and meets the 2020 NSPS Step 2 emission limits.
What is the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C's emission rate?
The Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C is certified at 1.1 grams of particulates per hour (tested with crib wood). Real-world emissions depend heavily on fuel moisture and operation — the lab figure assumes seasoned fuel and correct air settings.
How many square feet can the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C heat?
Roughly 1,050–1,500 sq ft, estimated from its 37,102 BTU/h peak output at 25–35 BTU/h per square foot. Insulation, climate, ceiling height, and floor plan move this figure substantially in both directions.
Does the Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C qualify for a federal tax credit?
No — the federal 25C credit for biomass stoves was terminated for property placed in service after December 31, 2025. The Hearth and Home Technologies Vermont Castings Encore 2040-CAT-C's certified efficiency is 77% HHV, which met the credit's ≥75% HHV threshold while it existed. State and local incentive programs may still apply — check your state energy office and air district.
Sources
- cfpub.epa.gov (retrieved 2026-07-23)