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EPA To Hold Virtual Hearing on R-410A/HFC Ban

The public will have the ability to comment on the new rulemaking on December 30

December 21, 2022

The EPA recently released a proposed rulemaking, detailing how it plans to ban the use of many HFCs in new air conditioners and commercial refrigeration equipment.

Emerson Survey Says Most Contractors & Wholesalers Are Aware of 2023 Regulations, Requirements

While more respondents have taken steps to prepare for upcoming changes, concerns over creating new marketing, inventory plans remain

December 20, 2022

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In a new survey, Emerson followed up with HVAC contractors and wholesalers about their knowledge of and preparation for increasing federal minimum SEER/IEER efficiency requirements mandated for a/c systems and heat pumps.

Washington State Pushes for Heat Pumps

Energy regulations in Washington state to mandate them for most new buildings

Matt Jachman

December 10, 2022

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Heat pumps for both space and water heating will be required in most new homes in the state of Washington beginning next July.

California Bans Natural Gas Furnaces

Kyle Gargaro

September 27, 2022

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The California Air Resources Board unanimously voted to approve a proposal that would eliminate the sale of gas-powered furnaces and water heating appliances by 2030.

How AI Technology Can Help HVAC Sales

Darren Dixon

September 16, 2022

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In an age of technology and information, professional contractors can no longer ignore the fact that the residential HVAC industry has fallen behind the times in the way of technology.

Three Things HVAC Contractors Can Do Now to Prepare for the Industry’s Future

Focus Energy in the Right Place During Regulatory Changes

Darren Dixon

September 5, 2022

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There are three areas HVAC companies need to be focusing their energy on for the upcoming regulatory changes.

Energy Efficiency: The Future of HVAC

Darren Dixon

August 6, 2022

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Our industry is on a fastrack path of unprecedented change, which for some will result in complete chaos. But the change has been coming for decades.

AZ Reps Seek Delay in ‘23 Efficiency Rules

Logistics, they warn DOE, could stall home construction in market already under pressure

Matt Jachman

August 1, 2022

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Five members of Congress from Arizona are seeking to postpone the implementation of new energy efficiency standards for central air conditioners and heat pumps.

HVAC Supervisors Should Be Aware of Workplace Laws

Richard D. Alaniz

July 22, 2022

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Supervisors occupy a far more demanding and consequential position in today’s workplace, however far too few employers take the effort prepare their supervisors for one of their most critical roles — comprehending the significance of information an employee communicates relating to the ADA or FMLA.