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  • Harvest Thermal – Thermal Battery System for Heating and Hot Water

    August 8, 2023 – Harvest Thermal presents a thermal battery system for heating and hot water utilizing the SANCO2 heat pump and a smart controller that manages the hot water tank as thermal energy storage. The system is designed to optimize energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and provide flexible load management. It supports both forced air…

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  • VSHP Advanced Features and Capabilities Update

    During this meeting, NEEA and Cadeo Group presented the results of an 8-month research effort on heat pump improvements that are being pursued for future potential inclusion in the EPA ENERGY STAR most efficient specification. The work includes a summary of current evidence, description, specification, estimated savings and method(s) of product identification. The project engaged…

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  • Micro Heat Pump Field Study Results

    July 18, 2023 – During this Product Council, C+C presented the results from a field study of three different window heat pump form factors (saddle bag, portable, classic window AC). These represent a new class variable speed “micro heat pumps” that are suitable for DIY, can be plugged into a 120V outlet and provide energy…

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  • Variable Speed Heat Pump Baseline and Key Assumptions Review

    As part of its Variable Speed Heat Pump (VSHP) program, the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) contracted with Cadmus Group for an independent review of the program’s naturally occurring baseline market share forecast and key assumptions for central/ducted Low Load Efficient VSHPs. Between March-May 2023, Cadmus reviewed NEEA’s data sources, documents and calculations, and then…

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    Residential

  • Dual-Fuel and Gas Heat Pump Market Research

    NEEA contracted with Lieberman Research to conduct a market research study to gather HVAC system buyer and HVAC contractor perceptions about four emerging HVAC technologies. The four technologies are: residential dual-fuel heat pumps (gas furnaces paired with electric heat pumps), residential gas heat pumps, commercial gas heat pumps for space and/or water heating, and commercial…

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    Commercial + Industrial|Natural Gas|Residential

  • Advanced Heat Pump Coalition Spring 2023 Webinar

    May 9, 2023 – During this product council, six different perspectives were shared on the use of air to water heat pumps for residential space conditioning. This session covered a high-level perspective on variety of topics from market and technology developments, refrigerants, contractor skills, incentive programs, new research. All content and materials accessed through this…

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  • Ductless Heat Pumps 2022 Long-Term Monitoring and Tracking Report

    This is the second Long-term Monitoring and Tracking (LTMT) evaluation of the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance’s (NEEA) Ductless Heat Pumps (DHPs) Market Transformation program. NEEA actively worked to accelerate adoption of DHPs from 2008 to 2020. The objective of this LTMT study was to gauge adoption of DHPs by the Northwest’s residential HVAC market, specifically…

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    Residential

  • Fan Manufacturer Regional Market Share Research

    The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) contracted with DNV Energy Insights, Inc. (DNV), to conduct market research on non-embedded or stand-alone fan systems in the Northwest. The study sought to assess the distribution and general characteristics of sales across manufacturers active in the market to inform program planning and support the precision of future savings…

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    Agricultural|Commercial + Industrial

  • NEEP Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump Product List Refresher & Update

    March 14, 2023 – The NEEP Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Product List is a valuable resource with public access, and troves of data available. Originally launched in 2015, NEEP has worked continuously with its members, NEEA, and other partners to roll out annual improvements to the Product List. The list includes ASHP…

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  • Hydrogen-Ready Appliances Assessment Report

    In 2022, NEEA contracted with Cadeo Group to assess the current and future needs of natural gas appliances served by a blend of conventional methane and hydrogen. The attached report documents that assessment and provides recommendations for future actions to support efficient and safe use of hydrogen blended fuels in new and existing natural gas…

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    Natural Gas|Residential

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