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State of the Industry 2025: Distributors

Distribution: State of Play 2025

Though wary of headwinds, several distributors say their companies are poised for growth this year

February 6, 2025

Conversations with several HVACR distribution professionals indicate a cautious optimism for growth in the sector in 2025, though they say the year will not be without its challenges.

State of the Industry 2025: Contractors

Contractors Optimistic About Challenges Coming in 2025

Refrigerant transition, labor shortage, and shifting consumer behavior among issues to navigate

Dylan Kurt

February 6, 2025

2025 is set to usher in a wave of refrigerant regulatory changes and contractors are bracing for what’s promising to be a transformative year.

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Nominate Residential and Commercial Contractors for HVAC All-Star Awards

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 5, 2025

It’s time to submit your nominations for the HVAC All-Star Awards.

Decarbonization and Efficiency in 2025: A Roadmap for HVAC Contractors

Ben Taylor

February 5, 2025

From retrofits to AI-driven automation, the future of decarbonization in the HVAC world is constantly evolving.

What Led to HVAC Manufacturer Sales Boom

An HVAC Minute Video Update: January 20, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

January 20, 2025

There are four main reasons that led to the increase of buy-ups in HVAC manufacturing in 2024.

4 Reasons for 2024’s Boom in HVAC Manufacturer Sales

HVAC manufacturers purchasing innovation, prepping for tariffs

Maria Taylor

January 2, 2025

Deals in the HVAC equipment sector have risen 41.7% year-over-year

Facts + Figures: AHRI Shipment Data for October 2024

December 29, 2024

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

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Greener Technology Poised to Replace Vapor Compression

Magnetocaloric heat pumps are a promising replacement for cooling and heating systems

December 26, 2024

Researchers have developed a magnetocaloric heat pump that eliminates refrigerant emissions, uses less energy, and matches vapor-compression systems in weight, cost, and performance.

Packaged and Split System Heat Pump FAQs

December 16, 2024

Explore Trane's FAQ resource to learn how rooftop and split system heat pumps enhance energy efficiency, support decarbonization, and provide reliable heating in diverse climates.

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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.