Air Source Heat Pump Market Transformation Workshop
Heat Pumps, Smart Controls, VRFs, Oh my!
NEEP invites you to explore how the region can work collaboratively to accelerate the adoption of air source heat pumps (ASHP) and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. These renewable heating and cooling technologies are increasingly seen as important solutions to a low-carbon future in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. These technologies, and others, will transform the way we heat and cool our homes and businesses.
This event will convene a diverse group of key stakeholders from across the ASHP/VRF markets, including manufacturers, program administrators, installers, technology experts, state/local policy makers, and others to coordinate effective implementation of regional market transformation strategies. Market transformation strategy reports for ASHP and VRF, developed through NEEP’s ASHP and Smart Controls Initiative, will provide frameworks of key strategies for stakeholders to discuss, explore, and debate.
Purpose:
- Explore the role of ASHP/VRF technologies in the context of current policy environment
- Coordinate effective implementation of market transformation strategies for air source heat pump (ASHP) and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems
- Share best practices, lessons learned, and success stories related to promotion of ASHP and VRF systems
- Explore best practices related to quality assurance efforts for ASHP and VRF installations
More information about NEEP's Initiative.
Early Agenda (Times may shift slightly)
Day 1: ASHP FocusTuesday June 18th, 9:30-4:30pm |
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION |
Setting the StageThe day will kick off with a high level look at the state of the regional ASHP market to set the stage for the workshop. Where do we stand with market adoption? What is the broader policy context that the market is now operating within? How effective has the region been in implementation of the regional market transformation strategies? |
The ASHP Consumer: Messaging and Resources that workThis panel will explore the elements of successful consumer education and marketing efforts that have led to increased adoption, and satisfaction, of ASHPs. What might a regional campaign include? |
Integrated controls…. When strangers become friendsOnce a consumer has a heat pump, how can we ensure they are getting the most benefit from its use? Smart and integrated controls with heat pump are entering the market and programs. This session will look at the state of this space and provide guidance and examples for the rest of the region. |
Developing the right measuring stick: the Future of Product SpecificationsThis session will showcase the latest thinking around evolving ASHP performance specifications and test procedures to ensure we’re recognizing and incentivizing the highest quality systems that both perform in the field and provide the highest levels of customer satisfaction. |
Bringing high quality Design and Installation to the massesHigh-quality installations of ASHP systems generate referrals, increase sales, reduce callbacks and improve customer comfort and satisfaction. Design practices also have a major impact on efficiency and performance of an ASHP system. What are best practices associated with sizing, selecting, installing and consumer O&M, and how are these best practices evolving to help ensure efficient air-source heat pumps and happy customers in cold climates? |
New Frontiers: potential areas of opportunityThis panel will present a variety of short presentations on emerging areas of opportunity for the ASHP market. |
Observations, next steps and adjourn Day 1 |
Evening reception5:00-7:00pm co-hosted with AESP Northeast Chapter |
Day 2: Cross-Cutting and VRF FocusWednesday June 19th, 8:30-3:30pm |
WELCOME Back |
Regional ASHP Panel: What can we learn from others?ASHPs are not just a thing in the Northeast. Other regions of the US and Canada are also actively looking to ASHPs to provide solutions for energy reduction, carbon reduction, and more. What makes us similar? What makes us unique? How can we most effectively work together to drive accelerated, yet sustainable, adoption of ASHPs for the broader North American market? |
Manufacturer perspectives on ashps and vrfs |
VRF Session: NEEP’s new VRF Market Transformation Strategies ReportNEEP and VEIC will present the key strategies included in a soon-to-be completed regional market transformation strategy report. The presentation will lay out the key areas for the regional stakeholders to prioritize market development activity. |
VRF Session: Prioritizing regionally collaborative activitiesFollowing the previous session, which strategies are of highest importance to move forward as a region in 2020? |
Debrief and adjourn |
Lodging and transportation
This year, we will again partner with travel company TripZero (a Certified B Corp) to offset the carbon footprint created by travel to our event. Attendees can book the Crowne Plaza Boston-Woburn for $159 until May 28. By booking these hotel rooms, we collectively enable TripZero to offset the carbon footprint created by our travel – at no cost to you. Book your room at the Crowne Plaza now. Through the purchase of certified carbon offsets, TripZero funds reforestation and renewable energy projects that remove pollution from the atmosphere. As these projects offset the impact of our travel, they also create lots of benefits for local communities. Learn more here.
Sponsorship Options
From essential coffee breaks to full partner options, you can customize the way you want your organization to be involved in our events. Specifically for this ASHP Market Transformation Workshop, we have several available sponsorship options to gain visibility in front of our attendees. If you would like to sponsor this workshop, please take a look at our sponsorship opportunities and reach out to Jen Wassan if you have any questions.
Are you a NEEP Ally? You get a 20% discount on any sponsorship option! And don't forget to claim your complimentary pass to the event.