This report examines the effectiveness of heat pump load flexibility in rural cold climates, focusing on demand response (DR) strategies and occupant thermal comfort.
This report investigates the winter load-shifting potential of ductless heat pumps in Pacific Northwest residences, examining their impact on the electrical grid through simulated smart grid control.
This report outlines actionable recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs by refining their structure and presentation.
This report outlines strategies to increase heat pump adoption in Minnesota by improving communication between program administrators and customers.
This report details a field monitoring study aimed at characterizing the energy consumption, operational costs, and environmental impacts of various system configurations, specifically focusing on dual fuel air-source heat pumps in cold climates.
Dual fuel heat pumps expand consumer choice and provide comfort and cost benefits to customers, create business opportunities for contractors, and enable demand-side management and load flexibility for utilities and grid operators.
The report explores the feasibility of electrifying space heating in cold climates, emphasizing the effectiveness of hybrid systems combining cold climate heat pumps and biofuel backups to minimize life-cycle costs.
This report expands on previous analyses by examining individual homes from the 2020 RECS data set and exploring scenarios related to electrification, gas pipe replacement, and the integration of ground-source heat pumps in cold climates.