Worksport Subsidiary Terravis Energy Selected for Competitive NTAP Award to Analyze ZeroFrost™ Heat Pump Technology in Alaska

Rhea-AI Summary

Worksport (NASDAQ: WKSP) announced that subsidiary Terravis Energy was selected for an NREL Technical Assistance Program (NTAP) project in Alaska to analyze the AetherLux Pro heat pump with ZeroFrost technology.

The NTAP will perform preliminary energy-savings and technology analyses for Fairbanks (extreme cold/dry) and Juneau (cold/humid), quantify household cost reductions using the Alaska Heat Pump Calculator, and outline a roadmap for joint field demonstrations. Terravis reports continuous performance below -56°F and cites a potential addressable market where 60% of North American homes still use fossil-fuel heating. The release also notes Worksport’s clean-tech portfolio and product launches planned for 2025.

Positive

• Selected for NREL NTAP collaboration (Oct 6, 2025)
• Reported continuous performance of ZeroFrost below -56°F
• Targeting 60% of North American homes still using fossil fuels
• Cites global heat pump market > $135 billion by 2030

Negative

• NTAP work is preliminary; field demonstrations not yet completed
• Commercial adoption depends on successful field validation and deployment

Insights

Clean-tech commercialization strategist

NTAP selection with NREL validates technical interest but stops short of commercial proof.

The collaboration places Terravis Energy and its AetherLux Pro with ZeroFrost into a formal evaluation pipeline with a DOE national lab, which can materially reduce technical risk and improve credibility for future deployment and partnerships.

Outcomes depend on the NTAP findings, reproducible field demonstrations, and any quantifiable household savings in Alaska; the press release cites preliminary lab superiority but offers no field data or timelines. Watch for joint field demonstration plans, published energy-savings analysis results, and any licensing or procurement commitments over the next 6–18 months.

Technical validation analyst

NREL analysis is a meaningful technical milestone, not a validation of market success.

The NTAP scope—energy savings analysis using the Alaska Heat Pump Calculator, technology assessment, and a research roadmap—targets the core technical and deployment questions for sub-zero operation; these are the right near-term deliverables to move from lab claims to practical evidence.

Key dependencies include reproducible field performance in Fairbanks and Juneau and transparent energy-savings figures; the company cites 60% of North American homes on fossil heating and a market forecast exceeding $135 billion by 2030, so publishable metrics and demonstration timelines will determine investor and partner interest over the coming 6–24 months.

Federal Collaboration Marks Major Milestone as Worksport Targets Multi-Billion-Dollar Heat Pump Market

West Seneca, New York, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Worksport Ltd. (NASDAQ: WKSP) (“Worksport” or the “Company”), through its subsidiary Terravis Energy, today announced a joint project with NREL, a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory, in Alaska to analyze its AetherLux^™ Pro heat pump with ZeroFrost™ technology under the NREL Technical Assistance Program (NTAP). The collaboration will focus on preliminary energy savings and technology analyses.

Unlike conventional heat pumps that lose efficiency and fail in deep cold, AetherLux Pro with ZeroFrost eliminates defrost cycles and has demonstrated continuous performance at temperatures below -56°F. By solving this decades-long challenge, Terravis Energy believes it has created a system capable of redefining cold-climate heating globally.

Preliminary Analysis for a Breakthrough Technology

“This project is a monumental development for Terravis Energy,” said Steven Rossi, CEO of Worksport. “NREL is a DOE national laboratory that will work to analyze and critically determine the feasibility of our technology for the residents of Alaksa. We are immensely enthusiastic to see how this development progresses.”

The NTAP project will analyze potential household cost savings in Alaskan homes, assess deployment challenges, and establish a roadmap for joint field demonstrations. By proving ZeroFrost in extreme conditions, Terravis Energy intends to address the 60% of North American homes still dependent on fossil fuel heating and accelerate adoption across global markets.

“Governments and multinational companies are already taking notice, and we strongly believe that the value of Terravis Energy and this intellectual property is not yet reflected in our market valuation,” added Steven Rossi.

Federal Collaboration to Drive Market Adoption.

Initial laboratory results have already demonstrated performance superiority. This collaboration with NREL will now analyze the system’s potential energy savings for homes in Fairbanks (extreme cold and dry) and Juneau (cold and humid). The scope of work includes:

• Future Research Roadmap outlining joint field demonstrations and deployment initiatives to accelerate market adoption of ZeroFrost in Alaskan housing.
• Energy Savings Analysis using the Alaska Heat Pump Calculator, quantifying household cost reductions.
• Technology Assessment of potential challenges and advantages for deployment in Alaskan conditions.
  

Global Market Potential

The global heat pump market is forecasted to exceed $135 billion by 2030, with governments incentivizing adoption through subsidies and decarbonization initiatives. Current solutions often fail in sub-zero conditions, limiting penetration in northern regions. ZeroFrost directly addresses this barrier, offering households lower energy costs, higher comfort, and superior reliability –while opening the door to substantial new revenue streams and potential licensing opportunities for Worksport.

Positioned for U.S. Clean-Tech Leadership

This announcement builds on Worksport’s growing clean-tech portfolio, which includes its SOLIS Solar Tonneau Cover and COR Portable Energy System, both anticipated for market launch in 2025. Together with Terravis Energy’s breakthrough in heat pumps, Worksport is advancing a diversified strategy spanning automotive accessories, portable power, and sustainable HVAC – geared towards cementing its role as an emerging leader in clean technology.

“By solving one of the biggest efficiency issues in heating, we believe AetherLux with ZeroFrost can become the global standard for heat pumps,” Rossi added. “This is the kind of catalyst that can transform not only the heat pump industry but Worksport’s growth story as a whole.”

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Terravis Energy Contact:

E: info@terravisenergy.com W: www.aetherlux.terravisenergy.com

Investor Relations Contact:

Investor Relations, Worksport Ltd. T: 1 (888) 554-8789-128
W: investors.worksport.com W: www.worksport.com E: investors@worksport.com

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About Worksport

Worksport Ltd. (Nasdaq: WKSP), through its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, and owns the intellectual property on a variety of tonneau covers, solar integrations, portable power systems, and clean heating & cooling solutions. Worksport has an active partnership with Hyundai for the SOLIS Solar cover. Additionally, Worksport’s hard-folding cover, designed and manufactured in-house, is compatible with all major truck models and is gaining traction with newer truck makers including the electric vehicle (EV) sector. Worksport seeks to capitalize on the growing shift of consumer mindsets towards clean energy integrations with its proprietary solar solutions, mobile energy storage systems (ESS), and Cold-Climate Heat Pump (CCHP) technology. Terravis Energy’s website is terravisenergy.com.

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FAQ

What did Worksport (WKSP) announce on October 6, 2025 about Terravis Energy and NREL?

Worksport said Terravis Energy was selected for an NREL NTAP project to analyze AetherLux Pro with ZeroFrost in Alaska, focusing on energy savings and deployment.

How cold can the AetherLux Pro with ZeroFrost operate according to Worksport (WKSP)?

The company reports demonstrated continuous performance at temperatures below -56°F.

What Alaska locations will the NREL NTAP analysis for WKSP cover?

The NTAP scope includes analyses for households in Fairbanks (extreme cold/dry) and Juneau (cold/humid).

Does the NTAP with NREL confirm commercial readiness for Worksport (WKSP)?

No. The NTAP engagement is a preliminary analysis; field demonstrations and deployment roadmaps are planned to assess readiness.

What market opportunity did Worksport (WKSP) cite for ZeroFrost technology?

Worksport cited that 60% of North American homes still use fossil-fuel heating and referenced a global heat pump market > $135 billion by 2030.

When are Worksport’s other clean-tech products expected to launch as noted in the announcement?

The release states the SOLIS solar tonneau cover and COR portable energy system are anticipated for market launch in 2025.