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The plan discusses a large goal for all 50 states to adopt a comprehensive green schools policy that includes a graduation requirement around sustainability literacy by 2040.

The facility will foster an ambitious, collaborative approach to conducting research to create new technologies that address HVACR industry challenges.

Unico Inc., maker of small-duct, high-velocity heating and air conditioning systems, has announced the launch of Unico University, powered by BlueVolt, a leading full-service online training company. Unico University offers product training for Unico’s sales channel, wholesale distributors, and contractors.

ACCA announced that it has developed a curriculum especially for teaching students how to do a load calculation using the Manual J8ae Speedsheet. This new curriculum is available for free download at www.acca.org/educators/.

The system offers both recertification candidates seeking CEUs and CEU training providers a streamlined approach to searching, submitting, and tracking CEUs. 

The course examines the economic analysis of ground-source equipment versus more traditional systems and what is necessary to design an effective and efficient ground-source system. 

As demand for HVAC professionals grows, many remain hopeful existing apprenticeship programs will be able to attract new recruits, and that new training models may entice the next generation to enter the HVAC industry.

Here is a look at what’s new and coming soon in the world of home-performance credentials.

ASHRAE has announced that 25 students are receiving nearly $130,000 in financial assistance for the 2014-15 school year through the organization’s scholarship program.

As technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed, many institutions are reporting difficulties keeping up with emerging technologies and software options.