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The Department of Energy’s HOMES and HEEHR programs offer rebates for HVAC equipment upgrades and installs. Find out more about how these programs can boost business for HVAC contractors.

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

The HOMES and HEEHR rebate programs open opportunities for HVAC contractors to provide energy efficiency upgrades to homeowners. 

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

HVACR industry groups are pleased with a new Supreme Court decision that requires a lower court to reconsider its decision to uphold mandates that require certain furnaces and water heaters to be at least 95% efficient.

Speaking before the House Appropriations Committee on April 15, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the rebate funds, including for home electrification, would be released in a “few weeks.”

A new project will explore the potential for geothermal power in the U.S., which could change the landscape for the HVAC industry. 

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. 

Despite talk within President Donald Trump’s administration of canceling the Energy Star program, Congress funded it to the tune of $33 million for this fiscal year.

With this completion, Carrier is one of the only manufacturers to complete testing in both the 10-14-ton and 15-25-ton product categories.