The 2026 Summer Cooling Report shows 99% of respondents across all income brackets, regions, and generations are altering their cooling and spending habits.
A survey of homeowners shows portable a/c adoption on the rise, thanks in part to smart controls and modern innovations providing more connectivity and control.
BDR’s study showed that regularly reviewing financial statements and KPIs is closely tied to optimism, both about business growth and the broader economy.
More than two-thirds (68%) of those in the Gen Z and Millenial generations expressed concern about long-term effects of poor IAQ — more than double the rate of Baby Boomers (28%).