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Residential geothermal contractors have relied on tax credits since 2005, but the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act will end the 30% credit in 2025. A previous credit removal in 2016 caused a 45% sales drop, leading to pessimism for 2026. However, demand for geothermal remains strong.

DOE claims it will permanently end appliance and equipment mandates that raise prices with its latest proposed rulemaking. 

The saturation of homes with some type of air conditioning, central or room unit, grew from 45% in 6 years. 

HARDI: Deviating from original compliance deadlines is “legally flawed, economically reckless.”

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has nearly 50 provisions aimed at making housing more affordable and available, which could boost HVAC business. 

With the A2L transition underway, the ICC explains what contractors need to know about codes, labeling, and refrigerant issues.

A judge has vacated the termination of 11 grants after plaintiffs argued the DOE violated the Fifth Amendment and First Amendment.

Short-term relief or long-term disruption? Revised EPA refrigerant ruling introduces potential challenges for HVACR equipment supply chain. 

HVACR industry faces growing complexity from state-level PFAS regulations and evolving A2L building codes, requiring manufacturers and contractors to stay alert and engaged. 

California regulators are exploring HVACR equipment sales tracking to boost permit compliance, but industry groups warn the proposal could create costly, burdensome reporting requirements.