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What the Overruling of the Chevron Doctrine Could Mean for HVAC Regulations

HVACR regulations more likely to be successfully challenged

December 9, 2024

Some HVACR industry advocates have already started to challenge certain regulations, and ACCA believes this could have had some impact on the EPA’s recent rule about tracking systems for cylinders.

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Did the Election Turn Down the Heat on Anti-Gas Measures?

Voters in California and Washington State rejected initiatives designed to curb gas use

Joanna R. Turpin

December 3, 2024

The battle over natural gas is heating up, as courts and voters push back. But environmental groups aren’t backing down and will continue to fight against the use of gas in space and water heating.

 FTC Announces Crackdown on Fake Reviews

New Rule Will Strengthen Enforcement, Civil Penalties, And Deter AI-Generated Fakes

Dylan Kurt

December 2, 2024

Online reviews are quickly becoming the lifeblood for contractors, making them an integral part of the HVAC ecosystem

EPA Targets Refrigerant Leaks, Cylinder Disposal, and More

New regulations focus on how to better manage, recycle, and reuse HFCs

Joanna R. Turpin

November 25, 2024

The EPA recently issued a final rule aimed at improving the management, recycling, and reuse of HFCs under the AIM Act.

Efficiency Rebates Gaining Momentum

But Contractors Can Still Get on Board

Matt Jachman

November 20, 2024

Opportunity is knocking for the HVAC industry in the form of consumer rebates offered through the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and contractors who haven’t planned their approach to leveraging these incentives would be well advised to do so now.

HVAC Associations Excited About Election Results

Trade groups prep for a new, and more favorable, they say, climate in Washington

Matt Jachman

November 15, 2024

With Republicans winning both the presidency and Congress, leaders at HVACR trade groups say the new national political environment will, on balance, be good for the industry.

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A2L Refrigerant Update from the International Code Council

New HVAC equipment regulations go into effect at the end of this year

Jim Cika

November 14, 2024

EPA’s Technology Transitions program goes into effect January 1, 2025, and will restrict the use of high-GWP HFC refrigerants in air conditioning and heat pump products and equipment.

What Trump’s Election Means for HVAC Tax Credits and Incentives

Inflation Reduction Act will be debated by the administration

Kyle Gargaro

November 8, 2024

With the election of Donald Trump to President of the United States, the HVAC industry is wondering how this will affect the Inflation Reduction Act incentives.

Women in HVACR Shine Bright in the Lone Star State

Members gathered in Dallas to learn about issues such as the refrigerant transition

Joanna R. Turpin

November 7, 2024

The recent Women in HVACR conference offered sessions aimed at advancing attendees' knowledge on industry topics such as the refrigerant transition, as well as building their leadership skills.

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Preparing for the Annual HFC Audit Requirement

EPA requires third-party auditing of HFC producers, reclaimers, and other regulated entities

Justin Gibert CIA

November 5, 2024

Annual HFC inventory reports are required to be audited by a CPA to ensure compliance, and regulated entities should understand what to anticipate for the 2024 compliance period.