Jorge Alvarez

Jorge Alvarez is a seasoned expert with 38 years of experience in the HVAC industry. Over the course of his career, he has founded or co-founded seven successful companies in the air conditioning sector, establishing himself as a key innovator and leader in the field. As a co-founder of iGas USA, Jorge continues to drive forward-thinking solutions within the refrigerant industry, leveraging his vast experience and expertise to navigate complex challenges and shape the future of HVAC technologies.

The U.S. Air Conditioning Industry Crisis: A $25 Billion Problem

Jorge Alvarez

May 16, 2025

The U.S. faces a severe refrigerant shortage—here’s what’s driving costs up 650%.

On Demand As AI workloads and high-density computing push traditional cooling methods to their limits, the data center industry is accelerating the adoption of next-generation HVAC technologies.

In this webinar we will detail what HVAC material buyers and technicians need to know when selecting duct mastics, including matching mastic to substrate, alternatives to liquid mastic, and where UL 181 Listings fit into real world installations.

Jorge Alvarez

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The U.S. Air Conditioning Industry Crisis: A $25 Billion Problem

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