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DOE announces over $43 million in funding for 21 projects aimed at transforming how industry uses energy, tackling challenges like heat exchange, recovery and more.

EPA recently reported an increase in the total volume of HFCs reclaimed in 2023 compared to 2022.

The R-454B refrigerant blend, composed of R-32 and R-1234yf, has a GWP of 466 — more than 75% lower than the widely used R-410A.

Cleveland, Ohio, has now joined two California cities, and the federal government, in requiring project labor agreements (PLA) for infrastructure projects.

EPA recently announced the HFC allowances for 2025, as well as penalties levied on some companies for noncompliance.

Zonefirst’s solutions ensure safe and efficient performance for residential and commercial A2L systems, the company said in a press release.

Cleaning evaporator coils in a walk-in cooler can be challenging, but it needs to be done in order to keep the system operating efficiently.  

“The future is very bright for Fujitsu and our distribution network,” said Tomokazu Hosoi, president of Fujitsu General America.

Authors of accepted papers may be invited to submit expanded papers for the consideration of publication in Science and Technology for the Built Environment, ASHRAE's journal for archival research.

Trained to identify the varying types of asbestos used in old buildings, Matt Mountain of Mountain Duct Cleaning knows what he’s looking for.

The Seer Group will deploy Interplay’s platform as one component of a multi-faceted training strategy, centralizing professional development for more than 1,600 employees.

Thermostat manufacturers say they have the studies to show that the use of their smart, connected thermostats can help homeowners save on their HVAC-related energy costs.

In this white paper, you will find some real-world definitions of many of the confusing terms thrown around in VFD manuals and technical articles.

New cooling technologies that promise to revolutionize the way climate control is approached are emerging in the HVACR industry.

The partnership will empower GlassHouse customers to access Textla’s SMS platform for reaching target buyers, while providing Textla customers with advanced tools to target homeowners using GlassHouse’s customer intelligence platform.

Biden highlighted the economic growth under his presidency, and said that while Harris has been “loyal so far,” she will “cut her own path” going forward.

Though it is time-intensive, regular evaluations drive growth by improving clarity, job satisfaction, and performance, while fostering continuous dialogue that aligns individual goals with organizational success.

Doug Gulley brings to Decon7 more than 20 years of product sales experience in the HVAC, pump, and irrigation markets.

The radiant system allows for lower water temperatures, around 130°F, compared to the 180°F required by traditional hydronic systems.

In their public remarks and respective campaign platforms, the presidential candidates have outlined their positions on issues that could impact the HVACR industry. 

Cameron Lowe was on a routine system checkup when his customer, David Killian, was stricken. "I was just gone. My heart had stopped," Killian recalled. A dispatcher talked Lowe through cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and together they kept Killian alive.