CalMTA’s Induction Cooking Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) seeks to accelerate market adoption of efficient induction cooktops and ranges to provide a high-quality cooking experience with the added health and safety benefits afforded by induction technology.

Induction Cooking MTI Plan

• Appendix A: Logic Model Packet
  This appendix includes the MTI’s full Logic Model. The Logic Model is a systematic and visual way of presenting CalMTA’s understanding of the interventions necessary to remove barriers, expected outcomes of those interventions, and a pathway to the desired end state.
• Appendix B: Market Forecasting and Cost-Effectiveness Modeling Approach
  This appendix details the inputs, sources and methods used to develop the market forecasting, Total System Benefit (TSB), and cost-effectiveness model for this MTI.
• Appendix C: Product Assessment Report
  This appendix presents the findings on the technology research conducted in Phase II and on behalf of the MTI.
• Appendix D: Market Characterization Report
  This appendix includes the baseline assumptions and a thorough assessment of the market state, supply chain, market actors, and other programs that support the MTI.
• Appendix E: External Program Alignment & Coordination
  This appendix describes how CalMTA will communicate and collaborate with key market actors and program stakeholders.
• Appendix F: Evaluation Plan
  This appendix describes the plan to track the progress and assess the impact of the MTI over time.
• Appendix G: Risk Management Plan
  This appendix documents the potential risks and obstacles to the MTI and CalMTA plans to mitigate the risks.
• Appendix H: Phase III Cost Estimate
  This appendix details the budget requirements for the MTI.
• Appendix I: MTAB Feedback
  This appendix contains feedback on the MTI Plan from the Market Transformation Advisory Board.

For presentations and supplemental material explaining the product definition, logic model and market transformation theory, market forecasting, cost-effectiveness, and evaluation, visit our Idea to Initiative page at calmta.org/idea-to-initiative.

CalMTA’s Room Heat Pumps (RHP) Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) aims to accelerate market adoption of room heat pumps to provide efficient heating and cooling in existing small, single-family, and multifamily households.

Room Heat Pumps MTI Plan

• Appendix A: Logic Model
  This appendix includes the MTI’s full Logic Model. The Logic Model is a systematic and visual way of presenting CalMTA’s understanding of the interventions necessary to remove barriers, expected outcomes of those interventions, and a pathway to the desired end state.
• Appendix B: Market Forecasting and Cost-Effectiveness Modeling Approach  
  This appendix details the inputs, sources and methods used to develop the market forecasting, Total System Benefit (TSB), and cost-effectiveness model for this MTI.
• Appendix C: Product Assessment Report
  This appendix presents the findings on the technology research conducted in Phase II and on behalf of the MTI.
•  Appendix D: Market Characterization Report
  This appendix includes the baseline assumptions and a thorough assessment of the market state, supply chain, market actors, and other programs that support the MTI.
• Appendix E: External Program Alignment & Coordination
  This appendix describes how CalMTA will communicate and collaborate with key market actors and program stakeholders.
• Appendix F: Evaluation Plan
  This appendix describes the plan to track the progress and assess the impact of the MTI over time.
• Appendix G: Risk Management Plan
  This appendix documents the potential risks and obstacles to the MTI and CalMTA plans to mitigate the risks.
• Appendix H: Phase III Cost Estimate
  This appendix details the budget requirements for the MTI.
• Appendix I: MTAB Feedback
  This appendix contains feedback on the MTI Plan from the Market Transformation Advisory Board.

For presentations and supplemental materials explaining the product definition, logic model and market transformation theory, market forecasting, cost-effectiveness, and evaluation, visit our Idea to Initiative page at calmta.org/idea-to-initiative.

This Advancement Plan summarizes available information and essential research activities for the proposed Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) that CalMTA recommends advancing from Phase I: Concept Development into Phase II: Program Development. The initial research efforts outlined will inform the long-term potential of this technology before CalMTA recommends whether to advance this MTI further. All Advancement Plans are reviewed by the Market Transformation Advisory Board (MTAB) and the public before they are finalized by CalMTA.

read the foodservice water heating systems advancement plan

Watch the video

In this video, recorded at our July 12, 2024 Market Transformation Advisory Board Meeting, Sepideh Rezania outlines the preliminary market transformation theory for the Foodservice Water Heating Systems MT idea.

Public comment

The Foodservice Water Heating Systems Advancement Plan was posted for public comment on the California Public Utilities Commission Public Document Area and the CalMTA Public Comment Submission Portal from July 10 – July 31, 2024. The Feedback Response Memo provides a high-level summary of the comments received and the Advancement Plan Feedback Response details the specific feedback and CalMTA’s response.

This Advancement Plan summarizes available information and essential research activities for the proposed Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) that CalMTA recommends advancing from Phase I: Concept Development into Phase II: Program Development. It represents a stage gate deliverable that describes the scope of work for research, testing, and stakeholder engagement that will be needed during Phase II to develop a full MTI Plan for approval by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for Phase III: Market Deployment.

The initial research efforts outlined in this Advancement Plan will inform the long-term potential of this technology before CalMTA recommends whether to advance this Market Transformation (MT) idea further. All MT Advancement Plans are reviewed by the Market Transformation Advisory Board (MTAB) and the public before they are finalized by CalMTA.

This Advancement Plan contains:

1.  Key characteristics of the MT idea (e.g., description, target market, initial MT theory, etc.).
2. Identified gaps in knowledge that need to be filled before an MTI Plan could be written for CPUC approval.
3. Budget and work plan for activities in Phase II that will fill the knowledge gaps.

Read the Residential Heat Pump Water Heating Advancement Plan

Watch the video

In this recording from the June 14, 2024 CalMTA Market Transformation Advisory Board meeting, we review the Advancement Plan for the Residential Heat Pump Water Heating market transformation initiative, including barriers, opportunities, market interventions, and expected outcomes.

Public comment

The draft Advancement Plan was posted for public comment on the California Public Utilities Commission Public Document Area and the CalMTA Public Comment Submission Portal from June 19 – July 11, 2024. The Feedback Response Memo provides a high-level summary of comments received and the Advancement Plan Feedback Response details the specific feedback and CalMTA’s response.

This Advancement Plan summarizes available information and essential research activities for the proposed Market Transformation Initiative (MTI) that CalMTA recommends advancing from Phase I: Concept Development into Phase II: Program Development. It represents the stage gate deliverable that describes the scope of work for research, testing, and stakeholder engagement that will be needed during Phase II to develop a full MTI Plan for approval by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for Phase III: Market Deployment. The initial research efforts outlined in this Advancement Plan will inform the long-term potential of this technology before CalMTA recommends whether to advance this Market Transformation (MT) idea further. All MT Advancement Plans are reviewed by the Market Transformation Advisory Board (MTAB) and the public before they are finalized by CalMTA. This Advancement Plan contains:

1. Key characteristics of the MT idea (e.g., description, target market, initial MT theory, etc.).
2. Identified gaps in knowledge that need to be filled before an MTI Plan could be written for CPUC approval.
3. Estimated costs and work plan for activities in Phase II that will fill the knowledge gaps.

Read the Commercial Replacement and Attachment Window Solutions Advancement Plan

Watch the video

In this recording from the June 14, 2024 CalMTA Market Transformation Advisory Board meeting, we review the Advancement Plan for the Commercial Replacement & Attachment Window Solutions market transformation initiative, including barriers, opportunities, market interventions, and expected outcomes.

Public comment

The draft Advancement Plan was posted for public comment on the California Public Utilities Commission Public Document Area and the CalMTA Public Comment Submission Portal from June 19 – July 11, 2024. The Feedback Response Memo provides a high-level summary of comments received and the Advancement Plan Feedback Response details the specific feedback and CalMTA’s response.

Space conditioning represents the largest energy consumption end-use for homes in California, with more than 3 million Californians using individual air conditioning (AC) units. Room Heat Pumps are self-contained consumer products that provide efficient replacements for window air conditioners and offer space heating for a single room or modest apartment.

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Nationwide, rooftop units (RTUs) make up approximately 37% of commercial buildings’ heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and 50% of all commercial buildings’ floorspace.1 According to the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, commercialized efficient rooftop units (ERTUs) can achieve 10-40% energy savings compared to standard RTUs.  Nevertheless, product availability and adoption of these units remains low.

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With more than a 70% market share, gas ranges are the most prevalent cooking method in California single-family and multifamily homes. Gas stoves have been promoted for years, despite their inefficiency and the increased awareness of gas cooking’s negative impact on a home’s indoor air quality. Induction cooking devices offer an alternative to gas cooking, however, delivering ~85% of the energy they consume to heat the food compared to ~32% for gas, according to the ENERGY STAR® program.

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This Advancement Plan describes information to be developed and research conducted to establish an Efficient Rooftop Units (ERTU) Market Transformation Initiative (MTI). Rooftop units are forced-air systems that package the evaporator, condenser coils, fans, and heating components into a single unit to serve a building’s heating, cooling, and ventilation needs. Three main design improvements addressing supply efficiency, heat recovery, and an improved shell can deliver 10-40% energy savings beyond today’s minimum efficiency RTUs. Greater savings and grid benefits can be achieved through the addition of advanced controls strategies.  CalMTA will use data and research collected to further inform and refine the proposed market transformation theory, intervention strategies, and metrics and data to determine if this MTI should be recommended for implementation.

Read the Efficient Rooftop Units (ERTUs) Advancement Plan

Public comment was collected via the California Public Utilities Commission Public Documents Area from December 6-20, 2023 and the Market Transformation Advisory Board. The MTI Advancement Plan Batch 1 Feedback Memo and ERTU Advancement Plan Feedback Response Memo provide a comprehensive list of comments received and CalMTA’s response.

This Advancement Plan describes information to be developed and research conducted to establish a Portable/Window Heat Pumps Market Transformation Initiative (MTI). Portable and window heat pumps (aka micro heat pumps) are affordable, self-contained consumer products that provide efficient heating and cooling for small spaces. These devices can be self-installed and plugged into standard 110-volt outlets. CalMTA will promote units that can still provide heat when the outdoor air temperature is below 41F, include air filtration, use low GWP refrigerants, and incorporate controls to allow the units to be grid-responsive in the future.  

Please note the market transformation idea Portable/Window Heat Pumps has been changed to Room Heat Pumps.

Read the Portable/Window Heat Pumps Advancement Plan

Public comment

Public comment was collected via the California Public Utilities Commission Public Documents Area from December 6-20, 2023 and the Market Transformation Advisory Board. The MTI Advancement Plan Batch 1 Feedback Memo and Portable/Window Heat Pumps Advancement Plan Feedback Response Memo provide a comprehensive list of comments received and CalMTA’s response.

This Advancement Plan describes information to be developed and research conducted to establish an Induction Cooking Market Transformation Initiative (MTI). Induction ranges and cooktops use electromagnetic induction to heat cookware directly. Unlike traditional gas or electric stoves, which heat the burner, and the burner in turn heats the cookware, induction stoves work by directly heating the cooking vessel. They save energy through instant, direct, and efficient heat transfer, and provide precise temperature control. They do not emit noxious gases that contribute to reduced indoor air quality. Induction cooktops are available on combined stove/oven units, as a cooktop installed in a countertop, or as portable plug-in countertop units. 

Please note the market transformation idea for Induction Cooking was formerly referred to as Induction Cooktops & Ranges.

Read the Induction Cooktops and Ranges Advancement Plan

Public comment

Public comment was collected via the California Public Utilities Commission Public Documents Area from December 6-20, 2023 and the Market Transformation Advisory Board. The MTI Advancement Plan Batch 1 Feedback Memo and Induction Cooktops & Ranges Advancement Plan Feedback Response Memo provide a comprehensive list of comments received and CalMTA’s response.

This case study demonstrates a successful Market Transformation (MT) program that has substantially improved energy efficiency in an area that few of us think much about. The 80 PLUS program, which started in 2004, created specifications for efficient computer power supply units (PSUs) that have expanded to become the industry standards still in force today and have contributed to big energy savings in the PC and server markets.

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