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Obstacles to Energy Efficiency Upgrades Are Invisible but Obvious

Inconsistent efficiency advocacy and some consumer hesitation restrain progress, but surveys reveal the drive to invest is as strong as ever

Robert Beverly

January 1, 2022

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About four-fifths of respondents to a recent study “would make their homes more energy-efficient if they had the means to do so.”

New Geothermal Association Holds Inaugural Annual Conference

Revitalized IGSHPA establishes new direction and leadership

Mike Murphy

December 31, 2021

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The International Ground Source Heat Pump Association joined with the National Groundwater Association during Groundwater Week at the Music City Convention Center in Nashville.

The Top HVACR Articles of 2021

One again, the COVID pandemic/supply chain issues and refrigerant transition were the most popular

December 30, 2021

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The more things change… the more they stay the same. The ACHR NEWS released its list of the most popular articles posted in 2021.

HVAC Education and Training with Howard Weiss

December 29, 2021

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In this episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, The NEWS talks to Howard Weiss, executive vice president of ESCO Group.

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for September 2021

December 28, 2021

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Industry figures are estimates that are derived from the best available figures supplied by a sample of AHRI member companies.

Vaccine Mandates, Elon Musk’s HVAC System, HARDI Conference Recap, and Apple Privacy Policies

December 27, 2021

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Vaccine mandates are back in effect; Elon Musk sparks rumors of new HVAC system; the HARDI Annual Conference took place after a two-year absence; and Apple changes its privacy policy, affecting advertising for HVAC contractors.

Company Leaders Tackle Communication, Recruitment, Cost Control, and More During Owners’ Forum

December 27, 2021

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In November, The Unified Group hosted its 2021 Annual Meeting & Owners’ Forum in historic San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Refrigerant Overcharge Can Result in Serious Problems

Inexperienced techs often add refrigerant before verifying the problem with a system

John Tomczyk

December 26, 2021

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Inexperienced service technicians have a tendency to add refrigerant to a troubled system in order to remedy a problem. Because of this, many systems are operating with an overcharge of refrigerant.