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HEW2025
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-22 | Hyatt Regency Princeton, 102 Carnegie Center Drive, Princeton, NJ, 08540
States in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic have committed to widespread adoption of highly efficient heat pumps by 2030. These aggressive goals aim to stabilize energy costs, improve health, and cut climate pollution amid extreme weather challenges by adopting heat pumps for most heating, cooling, and water heating needs.
Join us at HEW2025 to explore emerging strategies to scale the adoption of highly-efficient heat pumps, creating regional opportunities for market transformation. Our workshop sessions will explore topics important to growing the residential and commercial heat pump markets, including technology advancements, leading-edge equitable program and policy design, key insights “from the field”, marketing strategies, and workforce development.
We are kicking off HEW2025 with a Day Zero welcome reception, followed by small group dinners at Princeton restaurants – an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and NEEP staff. From there the program moves into one and a half days of interactive sessions, wellness opportunities, plenaries, and time with our regional colleagues.
Whether you’re shaping policy, designing programs, building products, or working in the field, HEW2025 will equip you with the tools, insights, and relationships to collaborate to scale.

Right-Sizing Water Distribution Pipes and Water Heating Systems to Save Energy and Reduce Building Costs
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
This CARD webinar will review results from 2050 Partners’ study which validates an alternative pipe sizing method, the Uniform Plumbing Code Appendix M “Peak Water Demand Calculator” (WDC), based on findings from four residential multifamily buildings in Minnesota. Currently adopted and available to use in other jurisdictions’ plumbing codes, discover how this field study starts to shed light on the potential benefits of right-sizing piping in Minnesota multifamily buildings and resulting energy efficiency and construction cost reductions.
As Minnesota advances its efforts to decarbonize water heating – primarily through increased adoption of heat pump water heaters – this webinar will also share insights on how right-sizing piping can support right-sizing water heating systems in an effort to further reduce costs and improve efficiency. Last, learn about how this work can support and inform ECO programs in Minnesota.

Climate Resilience: State of Play and Innovative Pathways
2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Our Resilience Academies have supported 140 affordable housing providers across 25 states, delivering $525,000 in pass-through grants to advance climate resilience. Join us October 9 as we explore the academies’ real-world impact and dive into:
➡️ The current landscape of climate resilience
➡️ Innovative funding mechanisms for climate resilience
➡️ Key climate resilience strategies
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation.

2025 Energy Efficiency as a Resource
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09 | The Grand Hyatt Denver, Denver, CO
The 13th biennial Energy Efficiency as a Resource conference will focus on policies and programs to reduce energy waste as we build the utility system of the future. This event will explore how efficiency efforts can expand and evolve to help utilities and policymakers overcome the challenge of rapid electric load growth while maintaining power reliability and customer affordability. The conference will provide a unique opportunity to interact with the key players in the utility energy efficiency arena.
In addition, ACEEE has collaborated with IEPEC to kickstart the week with its evaluation conference at the same venue as EER. These back-to-back events will provide the opportunity for broader networking and gathering of information from more experts in the field. IEPEC’s event will be held from Monday, October 6 through Wednesday, October 8, overlapping with the start of the EER conference on Tuesday, October 7. The EER conference will wrap up on Thursday, October 9.
Discount registrations will be offered to attendees who want to participate in both events. More information to come in summer 2025!

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 9
2025-10-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The campaign hub makes it simple for homeowners to act fast, with clear guidance, contractor tools, and new Q&A drop-in sessions. Join a drop-in session to chat with members of the Rewiring America team and graduates of our Electric Coaches program to get your questions answered.

Buildings Hub Live: Electrification Laws Prevail in Courts After Berkeley
2025-10-01 16:00 - 16:30 | Virtual
Atlas Public Policy is excited to host our twenty-second episode of “Buildings Hub Live,” where we spotlight the changemakers and technologies leading the charge to electrify our built environment. Join us on Wednesday, October 1 at 4:00 PM EST as we sit down with Daniel Carpenter-Gold, Staff Attorney at the Public Health Law Center, and Chris Dobens, Director of Communications for WE ACT for Environmental Justice, to discuss some recent court rulings on how and whether cities can regulate building electrification.
How have cities changed their strategies around electrification laws since the Ninth Circuit overturned Berkeley’s gas ban in 2023? How have courts ruled on challenges to these laws, and what does it mean for the future of building electrification laws? Tune in to find out!

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 8
2025-10-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual

EPC Quarterly Poll Briefing
2025-09-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join us for the Environmental Polling Consortium’s third quarterly community poll briefing of the year. This briefing is open to the public and will include presentations on:
-Recent polling on who voters blame for electricity price increase, courtesy of Global Strategy Group, Climate Power, and Energy Action Fund;
-New data on energy prices, priorities, and perceptions, courtesy of Embold Research;
-Mixed methods research on utilities, energy bills, reliability, and driving blame for utility concerns, courtesy of GBAO; and
-New research on the Make Polluters Pay framework, courtesy of Data for Progress and Fossil Free Media.

2025 Fair of the Future
2025-09-30 08:30 - 12:00 | Saint Paul RiverCentre
Join Fresh Energy on September 30 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre for the Fair of the Future, our all-electric showcase taking place before and after our 10th annual Benefit Breakfast. Don’t miss your chance to see the latest electric vehicles, electric and energy-efficient home appliances, electric outdoor equipment, and more — all under one roof!
Get hands-on experience and ask experts about the latest electric technology:

Electric vehicles: Discover the best electric vehicle (EV) models from White Bear Lake Mitsubishi and Volkswagen of Inver Grove! Ask your questions about switching to an EV, sit behind the driver’s wheel, and learn more about the best EV fit for your needs.

Electric outdoor equipment: From lawn mowers to snow blowers, check out Toro and MTI Distributing’s latest electric outdoor equipment for your lawn and garden.

E-bikes: Pedal with ease! A variety of e-bikes, which offer a fun and eco-friendly way to navigate the city and the great outdoors, will be available to see.

Heat pumps: Talk with a heat pump expert and learn how this electric, energy-efficient heating and cooling technology can keep your home comfortable and eco-friendly year round! Every building is different, and this is a great opportunity to get more information about installing and retrofitting heat pumps into your home.

Electric cooking: Ditch the gas and air pollution for cleaner, quicker, and more efficient electric cooking technology! Fresh Energy staff will show you just how great it is with an induction cooking demonstration.

Storytelling booth: Read Fresh Energy staff’s personal climate stories, which we’ve developed over the last year through guided workshops and reflective writing exercises with Change Narrative. Learn more about what drives our staff to build an equitable, carbon-free Minnesota!
Parable Wealth Partners: Chart your financial future with this purpose-driven team of financial planner professionals.

The Fair of the Future is more than just an all-electric showcase of the latest clean technology — it’s a glimpse into the clean energy future that you’re helping to build by supporting Fresh Energy. Whether you’ve already converted your home and lifestyle off of fossil fuels or are simply curious about how to smart making the switch to electric, this expo has something for everyone.

2025 Benefit Breakfast
2025-09-30 08:30 - 12:00 | Saint Paul RiverCentre
Register to join Fresh Energy on September 30 for a dynamic conversation with three Minnesota thought leaders and changemakers who are overcoming challenges to create a new playbook for making clean energy and climate progress right here in Minnesota.
Federal rollbacks, alongside local and global setbacks, are creating uncertainty for what the future of clean energy and climate action can look like in Minnesota and the Midwest. Our expert panel will cut through the noise to translate national and global trends into real, local impact.
What progress is already happening in our backyard? What opportunities lie ahead? And how can Minnesota continue to lead the way? Join us for an electrifying conversation about what’s next for climate and energy — and how we can all take action to keep the momentum going.
“All proceeds from this powerful event will support Fresh Energy’s work to design, influence, and implement equitable policy to continue ambitiously advancing a carbon-neutral economy in Minnesota and the Midwest.
And you won’t want to miss the Fair of the Future — our all-electric showcase opening before check-in at 7:30 a.m. and continuing after the breakfast concludes until 11 a.m. You’ll get hands-on with the latest electric vehicles, outdoor gear, e-bikes, induction cooking demos, heat pump tech, and more — plus expert guidance to help you “go electric” every step of the way. Learn more about what’s in store at the Fair of the Future here.
There are two types of tickets for the 2025 Benefit Breakfast. Please choose your tickets based on whether you plan to join us in person or virtually.

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 7
2025-09-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 6
2025-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual

Sun Day in DC
2025-09-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Washington DC
Join us on September 21 for Sun Day in DC, a community event to empower homeowners and renters to make their own power through the sun. Whether you’re solar curious or ready to take the next step, this is your chance to connect with fellow residents and trusted experts and learn about all the economic, health, and social benefits of going solar!

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 5
2025-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 4
2025-09-17 20:00 - 21:00 | Virtual

TECH Clean California Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Program with Energy Solutions
2025-09-11 13:30 - 17:00 | Virtual
A 2025 PLMA Award of Excellence Winner, TECH Clean California, launched by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), promotes clean heating technologies through incentives for heat pump water heater (HPWH) installations. The program has funded over 11,000 installations resulting in significant greenhouse gas savings. As of October 2023, new mandates required that HPWH customers also enroll in demand response programs. To enable this, the team provided additional education to contractors which has led to high enrollment rates and 91% customer satisfaction. In December 2024, the contractors were asked to provide “proof of enrollment” for their installations which has continued to enhance program participation and contractor engagement. Today, the HPWH contractors are evolving into demand response leaders in their own right.
Join us to learn about this program, its results, lessons learned, and key take aways for the energy industry. Everyone welcome!

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 3
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual

Efficiency Maine 2025 Annual Event
2025-09-10 16:00 - 20:00 | Harraseeket Inn, Freeport, ME, 04032
Join us for an evening celebrating the top performing contractors and businesses in Efficiency Maine programs.
This year’s event will focus on recognition and a keynote address.

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 2
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual

Tax Credit and Electrification Q&A Drop-In Session 1
2025-09-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual

Building Up Fundraiser Event
2025-08-28 15:00 - 17:00 | California State Railroad Museum
Our Annual Building Up Fundraiser Event brings together supporters, partners, and community members for a night of celebration and purpose. Guests will enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres, refreshing drinks, live music, and a lively silent auction—all while hearing powerful stories from our inspiring guest speakers.
With the generosity of our attendees and donors, we hope to raise vital funds to support Mutual Housing’s mission of creating affordable homes and empowering communities. The evening will be a true reflection of what we can achieve when we come together to build something greater.
We are deeply grateful for everyone who supported to make this event meaningful and memorable. Together, we are building up more than homes—we’re building opportunity, stability, and hope.
Register Today and Make a Difference!
Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to contribute to a great cause while enjoying a night of fun and inspiration.

2025 The Matrix: Navigating Equity to Empowerment for Sustainability
2025-07-29 - 2025-08-01 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Join us in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from July 29 – August 1st for our first ever in-person Equity Summit!
2025 The Matrix: Navigating Equity to Empowerment for Sustainability will advance education, skills, and advocacy for community growth and resilience. This conference embarks on a transformative journey towards a just and sustainable future and will bring together Midwest Building Decarbonization Coalition partners, members, and supporters.
We will highlight the importance of real-life examples to illustrate the impacts of environmental challenges and the necessity of equitable access to resources. By amplifying voices, fostering meaningful inclusion, and centering on authentic allyship and leadership, we aim to leave this conference inspired and ready to drive sustainable and equitable community development. Join us to harness the collective power of knowledge, advocacy, and practical skills for a just and sustainable future.

TECH Clean California Quarterly Stakeholder Meeting
2025-07-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
TECH Clean California is a statewide initiative designed to accelerate the adoption of clean space and water heating technology across California homes. The initiative provides market incentives and workforce education and training to make it easier and cost-competitive for contractors to sell and install heat pump technology for residential replacement projects. TECH Clean California supports existing programs, through matched incentive funding, and extends incentives statewide with an emphasis on access for low-income and disadvantaged communities. The initiative’s activities, which also include its pilot programs, Quick Start Grants, and public reporting website, will help California further its goal of being carbon-neutral by 2045.
Hear what is happening with TECH Clean California and learn how you can take part in the initiative at the tenth quarterly Stakeholder Meeting. Energy Solutions, the initiative’s implementer, and our partners will provide an update of our activities, timeline, and opportunities for involvement. As part of TECH Clean California’s market transformation role, we will also discuss cross-program coordination, barriers to low-income customers’ access to incentives and their potential solutions.

Poll Briefing: Environmental and Economic Justice
2025-07-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Join the Environmental Polling Consortium for a presentation of the results from new research, conducted in coordination with partners from across the movement and executed by Data for Progress, that focuses on environmental justice and polluter accountability.
This research will help guide advocates on the most effective strategies to combat current attacks on environmental justice and to build support for environmental and energy policies that benefit all communities.
This is an hour long webinar followed by a 30 minute Q&A. We will record this session, so please register in advance to ensure you receive the recording and materials. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Transforming Sanitary Water Heating in Residential Space | ACE Tech Session
2025-07-16 05:30 - 06:30 | Virtual
Discover how Copeland’s advanced heat pump technology sets new benchmarks in energy efficiency and sustainable home solutions. This webinar will provide valuable insights into the future of water heating and why Copeland is at the forefront of transforming comfort in Indian homes.
Key Takeaways:
Learn how Copeland heat pumps deliver superior efficiency and sustainability.
Understand the long-term benefits of innovative water heating solutions.
Gain actionable insights on reducing energy consumption and utility costs.
Discover why Copeland is the trusted choice for modern, sustainable homes.
Heat Pump Working Principle for Sanitary Water Heating
Sanitary water heat pump comparison with conventional heating technologies
Don’t miss this opportunity to lead the way in residential sanitary water heating innovation
Don’t miss this opportunity to lead the way in residential heating innovation.

Fresh Frolic: An all-electric party at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park
2025-07-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Theodore Wirth Park, MN
Join Fresh Energy supporters and business partners, clean energy enthusiasts, board, staff, and friends for a social evening of conversation and networking. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the Fresh Energy team and check out the latest electric gadgets, equipment, and modes of transportation to help you electrify your life. This event will take place both indoors and outdoors at The Trailhead, a unique venue located within Theodore Wirth Park.

2025 Community Solar Innovation Summit
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-27 | Greater Denver Area
Community solar is among the fastest growing solar markets in the US, and it is the only market segment that provides all consumers the choice to participate in and receive tangible economic benefits from new community solar assets. Through our robust educational program, attendees will hear the latest on market and policy trends from the community solar experts who are expanding markets throughout the country. Community solar thought leaders will address best practices in interconnection, customer management, consumer protection, access and inclusion processes for low-to-moderate income customers, and siting/permitting. We will also discuss Solar for All program roll-outs.
Alongside these informative sessions, the Summit will provide ample networking opportunities, including a members-only pre-Summit reception and a full-conference reception on the first day of the Summit.

Buildings Hub Live: Delivering Better Buildings at the Local Level
2025-06-25 14:30 - 15:00 | Virtual
Atlas Public Policy is excited to host our twenty-first episode of “Buildings Hub Live,” where we spotlight the changemakers and technologies leading the charge to electrify our built environment. Join us on Wednesday, June 25 at 2:30 PM EST as we sit down with Ryan Cassidy, Vice President of Real Estate at Mutual Housing California, and Keith Snyder, Energy Branch Manager at the Fairfax County Park Authority, to discuss their efforts that earned them awards at the Better Buildings Summit in May. What projects are they undertaking and what makes them stand out from the pack? What can other local governments and NGOs learn from their work to help decarbonize their communities? Tune in to find out!

If/Then Progress Report: Analyzing Policy Action in 2025
2025-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Following the launch in April of If/Then, a new endeavor by Resources for the Future (RFF) to analyze emerging Trump administration, congressional, and major state policy actions, the nonpartisan group is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, June 24. During this webinar, Anna Kramer, NOTUS Environmental and Energy reporter, will moderate a roundtable discussion between RFF scholars Kevin Rennert, Alan Krupnick, and Carlos Martín covering the analysis published to date and forecast upcoming issues related to emissions, natural disasters, markets, and more.
Speakers
Anna Kramer, Energy and Environment Reporter, NOTUS
Alan Krupnick, Senior Fellow; Director, Industry and Fuels Program
Carlos Martín, Vice President for Research and Policy Engagement
Kevin Rennert, Fellow; Director, Federal Policy Initiative

EPC Quarterly Community Poll Briefing
2025-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
You’re invited to join the Environmental Polling Consortium’s second quarterly community poll briefing of the year. This briefing is open to the public and will feature presentations on:
-Recent polling on electric vehicle production courtesy of the Sierra Club;
-Messaging to support IRA clean energy tax credits, courtesy of Potential Energy;
-Linking home insurance costs to climate change impacts, courtesy of Potential Energy; and
-Public perceptions on the Trump administration’s energy agenda, courtesy of Embold Research.
Please register in advance. We will record this session and if you are unable to attend, please register to ensure you receive a follow-up email with the recording and resources shared during the session. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
