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Introducing a New Era of Heat Pump Testing Accuracy
After noticing a discrepancy between heat pump efficiency ratings and real-world performance, NEEA collaborated with partners from across North America to develop an improved energy rating and test procedure. These changes will benefit Northwest consumers in a variety of ways, such as empowering HVAC contractors to make more informed decisions when choosing heat pumps to…
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The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Announces 2026 Board of Director Officers
PORTLAND, Ore. – Jan 21, 2026 – The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has announced the 2026 appointments to its Board of Directors. NEEA is an alliance of utilities and partners that pools resources and shares risks to transform the market for energy efficiency to the benefit of all consumers in the Northwest. The alliance’s…
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Market Transformation in Action: Transformational Data Insights
NEEA’s Market Research and Evaluation team uses data-rich strategies to uncover market barriers and opportunities that inform program strategies to help residential and commercial utility customers save energy and money. To learn more about how these trailblazing efforts power the alliance’s approach to Market Transformation, watch this short video below featuring Meghan Bean, Ph.D., NEEA’s…
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2025 Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards Ceremony Recap
On December 8, 2025, the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) hosted its annual Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards ceremony, celebrating the individuals and organizations whose work is shaping a more resilient energy future for the Northwest. The event was led by a distinguished panel of presenters: Celebrating Collaboration and Innovation After the presenter introductions, the…
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History in the (Re)Making: NEEA’s BetterBricks Hosts In-Person Tour of Groundbreaking Metropole Project
Joined by the University of Washington Integrated Design Lab (UW IDL), NEEA’s BetterBricks initiative hosted an in-person building tour of the Metropole — a set of 19th-century buildings reimagined as a vibrant, sustainable hub for community, culture and collaboration. Driven by ambitious environmental goals, the buildings in Seattle’s iconic Pioneer Square neighborhood feature a variety…
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2025 Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards Honor Regional Achievements
Recognizing the energy efficiency leaders driving measurable results across the region. October 27, 2025 – Portland, Ore. – The Board of Directors of the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards. The annual awards recognize professionals across the region for their contributions to advancing energy…
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It’s Time to Recognize Northwest Energy Efficiency Leaders: Nominations are Now Open!
Now through September 19, you’re invited to submit nominations for the 11th annual Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards in recognition of the individuals and teams that are putting in the work to further energy efficiency in the Northwest. The Leadership Awards honor the teams, programs and/or individuals that demonstrate outstanding leadership, dedication, enthusiasm and performance…
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HVAC Hits the Road: NEEA Staff and Stakeholders Visit Daikin Experience Center
Earlier this summer, Daikin Comfort Technologies North America brought together staff from the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), utility staff, implementation partners, and employees from regional installation companies for a site visit to the Daikin Seattle Experience Center in Tukwila, Washington. The visit supported ongoing efforts for utility and NEEA staff to engage directly with the…
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Reflecting on a Business Cycle of Regional Progress and Resilience
This year, NEEA’s annual report not only celebrates the achievements of the past year, but it also commemorates the end of Cycle 6 (2020–2024) and highlights alliance accomplishments during the last five years. NEEA’s Cycle 6 report spotlights the alliance’s collaborative successes across five years, demonstrating the many ways Market Transformation continues to foster a…
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Energy-Efficient Televisions
TV Guidance: Expanding Consumer Options for Efficient Televisions In 2009, the transition to digital broadcasting led to vast changes in the television market, including the rapid advancement of flat panel display technology. However, most of these televisions were not energy efficient. Sensing these trends could have a serious impact on the power system, the region…
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