This presentation will provide coverage of topics for consideration by an owner or developer looking to provide the external (to the individual building) heat exchange system as a utility. List of topics to be covered:

– What features of a Community Heat Pump System categorize it as a utility?

– How does develop a Community Heat Pump system change the roles of building owners, internal champions, facilities/maintenance personnel, and design engineers?

– What types of Community Heat Pump Systems are most likely to become structured as utilities and what are the legal considerations (franchise fees, right-of-way for distribution, dispute resolution, etc.)?

– With the utility approach to community heat pump system installations, what policies are required and which government/regulatory bodies need to be included in the project development?