Product Specifications + Qualified Products Lists

Access consistent guidance and requirements for energy-efficient products.

Guiding Advancement of High-Performance, Energy-Efficient Products

NEEA actively collaborates with manufacturers and other market stakeholders to create specifications and qualified product lists (QPLs) for a range of high-performance, energy-efficient products. These efforts ensure that consumers have access to the most efficient options available on the market. By setting rigorous standards and maintaining comprehensive QPLs, NEEA drives innovation and adoption of energy-saving technologies, ultimately contributing to a reduction in energy waste and improved product differentiation. This approach ensures that consumers can make informed decisions when upgrading to more efficient options.

Currently, these resources are available for the following products: water heaters, ductless heat pumps, very high efficiency dedicated outdoor air systems, and super-efficient dryers.

Call for Input: AWHS Residential Chapter Revision

NEEA is seeking written feedback to inform the 2026 update of the residential Advanced Water Heating Specification. Stakeholder comments will help shape product performance requirements, Qualified Product List criteria and alignment with upcoming federal standards.

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Advanced Water Heating Specification

NEEA’s Advanced Water Heating Specification (AWHS) provides guidance to manufacturers and market actors, helping the market to develop water heating products that provide high consumer satisfaction and better energy performance.

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High-Efficiency Clothes Dryers

Since 2017, NEEA has led standardized real-world testing to help identify the most energy-efficient dryers. By evaluating different load sizes and fabric types, this approach provides a more accurate measure of energy use. NEEA’s QPL highlights dryers that meet these efficiency standards.

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Cold Climate
Ductless Heat Pump Specification

This document offers guidance on maximizing the performance and longevity of cold climate ductless heat pumps. It also covers unique design considerations for multi-level homes, very low load homes, and air distribution in rooms without heat sources.

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Advanced Heat Pumps Embedded Commissioning Specification

NEEA’s Embedded Commissioning Specification defines the information a residential heat pump needs to digitally collect and report during the installation process. This data helps confirm the system meets manufacturer criteria to ensure it delivers the designed and rated performance.

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Advanced Performance DOAS Requirements

Developed through research and market analysis, this document guides manufacturers, designers, and specifiers on key components of high-efficiency systems to enhance indoor-air quality, improve occupant comfort, and reduce energy use.

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The Benefits of Market Collaboration


Explore how NEEA’s work in various markets is driving energy efficiency and creating lasting change. 

Lighting

NEEA works across the commercial lighting market to ensure that Northwest homes and businesses see the benefits of energy-efficient lighting technologies.

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Consumer Products

NEEA’s work in the consumer products market ensures that efficient products are widely available for consumers across the Northwest and beyond.

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Water Heating

NEEA’s work in the water heating market helps deliver efficient, high-performance solutions tailored for Northwest consumers that enhance everyday comfort.

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HVAC

NEEA works with manufacturers, utilities, and industry partners to accelerate adoption of energy-efficient HVAC technologies for both residential and commercial buildings.

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