This panel brings together innovators and industry leaders who are pushing the heat pump frontier. The discussion will spotlight breakthroughs in efficiency, new ways to use hot and cold water for energy storage, and the advanced control strategies that make real-world performance possible. Panelists will share how the latest hardware is changing installation practices, what smarter controls mean for commissioning and comfort, and how integrated approaches to space conditioning and water heating can deliver more value to customers. Contractors will walk away with a grounded view of what’s emerging, what’s practical today, and how to prepare for the next generation of heat pump technology.