Across the country, numerous state and regional stakeholders are working to promote residential heat pump adoption. Many initiatives are led by state energy offices and utilities, while others are spearheaded by organizations focused on advancing heat pump technology and usage. Below are some of the key market actors driving heat pump adoption nationwide.

State Energy Offices

State energy offices serve as key resources for information on available incentives, grants, and energy efficiency programs that support the adoption of heat pumps. They can provide guidance on eligibility requirements and offer state-specific support for program administrators. As part of the Inflation Reduction Act’s Home Energy Rebates Program, each state was required to apply for funding to participate, and the rollout of rebates is currently in progress. For updates on your state’s funding status and rebate availability, visit the Home Energy Rebates Program Tool to see when these incentives will be accessible in your area.

State Heat Pump Collaboratives

Minnesota Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative

The Minnesota Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative strives to establish heat pumps as the preferred option for both customers and contractors when upgrading their heating and cooling systems, offering an efficient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional air conditioners. Through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts, the Collaborative aims to influence codes and standards that prioritize the use of air source heat pumps over traditional air conditioners by 2035.  

Michigan Heat Pump Collaborative

The Michigan Heat Pump Collaborative is dedicated to developing a comprehensive education, outreach, and training framework focused on heat pumps, aiming to strengthen collaboration with manufacturers, distributors, trade allies, and customers. By understanding business needs and customer expectations, the Collaborative seeks to eliminate barriers and promote the adoption of heat pumps throughout Michigan.  

Regional Stakeholders

Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP)

NEEP's Heating Electrification Initiative aims to address the significant carbon emissions from space and water heating, which account for over 90 percent of direct emissions from homes and buildings in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The initiative focuses on promoting heat pump technologies, such as cold climate air source heat pumps (ccASHPs) and ground source heat pumps (GSHPs), as effective solutions for reducing and eliminating these emissions. Since its inception in 2013, NEEP has facilitated collaboration among stakeholders to drive long-term market transformation for these technologies.  

Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA)

The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance is actively engaged in a range of research and market transformation initiatives focused on advancing the adoption of residential heat pump technologies. Their comprehensive efforts include conducting field studies that generate valuable real-world insights, performing in-depth research to identify effective practices and innovative solutions, and implementing targeted market transformation strategies designed to foster a conducive environment for heat pump deployment. Furthermore, NEEA is dedicated to promoting emerging technologies, ensuring that the latest advancements in heat pump technology are effectively integrated into the market to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Through these diverse initiatives, NEEA plays a pivotal role in facilitating the transition to cleaner and more efficient heating solutions across the Northwest region and beyond.