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Department of Energy to Take Over Energy Star from EPA

Transfer could cause short-term delays and funding questions

March 18, 2026

DOE is taking over the ENERGY STAR program, a move that could change how efficiency tiers align with federal standards and how quickly HVAC equipment certifications are updated.

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Digging Into Geothermal Innovation at AHR Expo

Exhibitors highlighted advances in efficiency, installation, and system design

Joanna R. Turpin

March 18, 2026

Manufacturers highlighted new geothermal systems designed to improve efficiency and simplify installation, while offering better comfort to occupants.

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What’s New in Compressor Technology at the AHR Expo

Recently introduced designs highlight efficiency gains and low-GWP readiness

Joanna R. Turpin

March 18, 2026

Compressors took center stage at the AHR Expo, with new designs for low-GWP refrigerants and advances in efficiency, reliability, and operating range signaling where the industry is headed.

From HVAC Contractor to Senator to Secretary of Homeland Security

An HVAC Minute Video Update: March 17, 2026

Chris Gray

March 17, 2026

An HVAC contractor turned U.S. senator could soon be heading the Department of Homeland Security.

Supreme Court Petition Challenges EPA Authority Under AIM Act

Civil liberties group argues EPA was given unconstitutional authority over HFC allowance allocations

Dylan Kurt

March 17, 2026

A petition filed on behalf of Choice Refrigerants asks the Supreme Court to reconsider a D.C. Circuit ruling that upheld the EPA’s implementation of the HFC phasedown program.

Why Daikin Says HVAC Is Now ‘Critical Infrastructure’ in the U.S. Economy

Daikin projects HVAC growth as heat pump shipments reach 3.64 million in 2025

Chris Gray

March 17, 2026

Daikin says with inverter adoption expanding, heat pumps gaining share, and data center cooling expected to triple by 2030, the shifts could reshape how contractors plan for future installs and training.

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New Components, Parts and Accessories at the 2026 AHR Expo

Products reflect an industry focused on faster installs, higher reliability, and future-ready HVAC systems

Chris Gray

March 17, 2026

The 2026 AHR Expo had plenty of parts and accessories to check out, including safety switches and valves that prevent failures before they happen, smart technology added to traditionally passive components, and innovations that shorten install times to save on labor.

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What’s New in Commercial HVAC at the 2026 AHR Expo

New heat pumps and coolers signal the market’s continual shift to efficient, electrified systems

Chris Gray

March 16, 2026

The 2026 AHR Expo showcased the latest in commercial HVAC products, many of which focus on the growing trend of dual-fuel systems, heat pumps, and chillers for data centers.

AHR Expo 2026 Vegas Post Show Roundup

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 16, 2026

The 2026 AHR Expo returned to Las Vegas with momentum that could not be denied, bringing together more than 53,000 HVACR professionals for one of the industry’s most important annual gatherings.