AHRI to co-host fifth annual HVACR and Water Heating Congressional Reception; more HVAC organization news briefs.

Washtenaw Community College’s HVACR program was granted accreditation by HVAC Excellence.

The DOE is making up to $12 million available to develop a diverse, well-trained solar-support workforce, including insurance, real estate, and utility professionals whom consumers rely on when they choose solar. 

The New Energy for America Act extends Investment Tax Credits for energy-efficient residential and commercial property for five years beyond their current sunset date of Dec. 31, 2016, through the end of 2021.

The Utility Industry Workforce Initiative is a multi-year effort dedicated to facilitating the recruitment, training, and retention of exiting service members, veterans, and their spouses into employment in the utility industry. 

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors Inc. receives safety award; more HVAC commercial contractor news briefs.

Nibco Inc. names new general manager; LG Electronics earns design awards; more HVAC manufacturer news briefs.

AC Pro opened a new branch in El Cajon, California; more HVAC distributor news briefs.

RSES grants certificate member specialist status; the Rocky Mountain Institute names  new managing director of buildings practice; more HVAC organization news briefs.

 Scott Community College receives HVAC Excellence programmatic accreditation for its HVACR program; more HVAC school news briefs.