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The Trump administration is reconsidering regulations that were priorities under the previous administration, leading to uncertainty in the HVACR industry. Contractors should stay informed, as these changes may impact their business. 

A2L refrigerants are replacing R-410A, offering low-GWP benefits with mild flammability risks. By following safety standards and using proper leak detection, the transition can be safe and seamless. 
 

As President Trump promises to roll back or reconsider a number of environmental and efficiency regulations, states may implement their own stricter standards. 

The regulatory landscape for HVACR is shifting fast. Insights from the recent IIAR conference reveal how Washington’s evolving agenda is impacting the industry. 

The refrigerant transition from R-410A to the new A2L refrigerants is causing supply chain issues. HVAC contractors express their concerns.

As the R-454B shortage continues, distributors are adjusting inventory strategies and trying to secure enough of the refrigerant to support contractors this cooling season. 

As CO2 refrigeration gains traction, industry advancements are simplifying adoption and refining best practices in order to flatten the learning curve for these systems.

More bad news for contractors as Honeywell significantly hikes the cost of R-454B, citing increased demand, rising raw material costs, and anticipated tariffs.