As the HVACR industry continues to face its fair share of challenges, from workforce shortages to decarbonization goals, the next generation of HVACR professionals is already leading the charge. And they aren’t just filling gaps — they’re reshaping the industry itself. This year’s Top 40 Under 40 list includes individuals launching high-efficiency product lines, scaling HVAC businesses from $5 million to $10 million in just a few years, modernizing training programs, and merging creative design thinking with mechanical systems marketing. Some grew up in family businesses; others found HVAC through unexpected pivots. All of them share a clear passion for the trades, and for what comes next. We’ve got contractors, and distributors, and manufacturers and marketers and coaches — OH MY!

Read their stories here.