Heating Electrification Workshop 2026

This October, HEW2026 will convene regional leaders to explore the strategies, tools, and collaborations that make heating electrification both accessible and truly affordable across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic. As states continue advancing ambitious goals for widespread adoption of highly efficient heat pumps —market actors are focused on practical solutions that make heat pumps not only accessible, but truly affordable for households and businesses. 

Join us this fall in Portland, ME, to explore the next generation of strategies that drive both adoption and affordability. This year’s workshop will spotlight innovative market interventions, strategies for reducing upfront costs, and effective program models that lower financial barriers and support contractors. We’ll also examine emerging technologies with strong potential for impact, workforce development opportunities, consumer awareness and education efforts, and policy models that support equitable, affordable electrification across the region. 

We’ll kick off HEW2026 with a Day Zero welcome reception — an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and NEEP staff. From there, the program moves into one and a half days of interactive sessions, plenaries, and small-group dinners around Portland’s vibrant restaurant scene, wellness opportunities, and dedicated time with regional colleagues to tackle challenges, share insights, and advance practical solutions. 

Whether you’re shaping policy, designing programs, deploying technologies, or working in the field, HEW2026 will equip you with the insights, tools, and relationships needed to accelerate heat pump adoption and deliver affordable, scalable solutions for the region.