Research & Innovation
Heat pumps are considered a key technology to decarbonise the building sector though they still have much room to gain in terms of deployment and market share. The 2025 edition of the Swiss Federal Office of Energy (SFOE) conference on Swiss Heat Pump Research showcased applications of heat pumps with...
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HPT TCP Updates
Every three years the Peter Ritter von Rittinger International Heat Pump Award is awarded in conjunction with the International IEA Heat Pump Conference. The Peter Ritter von Rittinger International Heat Pump Award is the highest international award in the heat pump, air conditioning and refrigeration field. The Peter Ritter von Rittinger International Heat Pump Award is named...
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Market & Policy
The fourth edition of the Decarb Cities conference concluded with renewed optimism, critical debate, and tangible momentum for the decarbonization of European urban heating and cooling. Held in the historic city of Krakow, the two-day event convened over 40 speakers from local governments, industry, academia, and NGOs to chart a practical path...
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Events & Activities
HPT TCP Updates
We are excited to invite you to the National Experts meeting on Heat Pumping Technologies, organized by the Technology Collaboration Programme on Heat Pumping Technologies (HPT TCP) by IEA. The meeting will take place on October 30, in Nuremberg, Germany, in conjunction with the prestigious European Heat Pump Summit in the same venue. This event aims...
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Research & Innovation
Once again, the crucial role that heat pumps play in decarbonizing the energy system and strengthening resilience in Canada is reiterated! This past May the Canadian representatives in HPT TCP organized an insightful workshop on “Canadian perspectives on Heat Pumping Technologies”. In the framework of the HPT TCP Spring ExCo...
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HPT TCP Updates
Neither behavioural changes nor low-carbon technologies alone are sufficient for the vital energy and climate transition. Low-carbon technologies with the active involvement of consumers will be key to mitigate climate change and reach a sustainable and affordable energy sector. With this background, experts on users’ perspectives met colleagues with good...
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It is estimated that 10-15 percent of total energy consumption in the Norwegian industry is used for drying processes. However, a biproduct from drying is often steam, which is an excellent high quality heat source for heat pumps (HP). By utilizing the surplus heat from the drying process, a heat...
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HPT TCP Updates
There is a strong interest in, and significant potential for, international and transdisciplinary collaboration in research and innovation to advance progress towards identified energy and climate goals. This was evident during the Executive Committee meeting of IEA’s Technology Collaboration on Heat Pumping Technology (HPT TCP by IEA) held in Montreal...
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