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What the Overruling of the Chevron Doctrine Could Mean for HVAC Regulations

HVACR regulations more likely to be successfully challenged

December 9, 2024

Some HVACR industry advocates have already started to challenge certain regulations, and ACCA believes this could have had some impact on the EPA’s recent rule about tracking systems for cylinders.

Geothermal Borehole Drilling Framingham Massachusetts

Neighborhood Network Geothermal Project Connects More Than Just Residents

A partnership between a utility company and climate group could expedite decarbonization efforts

Hannah Belloli-Oster

December 9, 2024

While a shared system has been utilized before on college campuses or in hospitals, this is the first time in the United States that a utility company has ever installed geothermal across a neighborhood. And it happened because of a unique partnership.

New York Announces $10 Million Now Available To Advance Clean Heating And Cooling Technology For Large Buildings

New Program Supports Production and Demonstration Of Simple, Energy-Efficient, Cold-Climate Heat Pumps For Consumers

December 8, 2024

See how the "Clean Heat for All" program is advancing energy-efficient heat pumps for large buildings across New York State.

Don Fort and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

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Using A2Ls in Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

Technicians must learn how to safely work with mildly flammable refrigerants

Don Fort

December 6, 2024

Technicians must be trained to handle A2L refrigerants safely, using proper equipment, following safety guidelines, and understanding risks to prevent injuries.

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Locating Hard-to-Find Refrigerant Leaks

If You Are Unable to Find a Leak, Patience Is Usually Your Best Tool

Joe Marchese

December 6, 2024

Perseverance is generally your best tool when trying to find a refrigerant leak.

HVAC Owner Dependency Issues

How To Identify Them and How to Break Them

Timothy E. Hull

December 5, 2024

How successful HVAC contractors can feel trapped, and what they can do to break the cycle and build a company that can function without them.

HVAC Mergers & Acquisitions Market in 2025

An HVAC Minute Video Update: December 5, 2024

Hannah Belloli-Oster

December 5, 2024

Going into 2025, there are three key things to know about the HVAC mergers & acquisitions market.

Overcoming Communication Challenges Within the Refrigerant Transition

2025 Could Be a Trying Time for Contractors Who Don't Prepare

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

December 4, 2024

With a big refrigerant transition slated to pick up steam in 2025, contractors need to be prepared to communicate what these changes mean to both their customers and staff.