ACCA pushes back on Senate proposal to eliminate key HVACR commercial tax incentive
ACCA has sent a letter to Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo and House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith […]
Energy Policy
Senate bill cuts 179D, makes small business deduction permanent without rate hike
The Senate Finance Committee released its version of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” incorporating many small business-friendly provisions from the House […]
Webinar recap: Compressors, refrigerants, and regulations—Copeland experts break down HVACR’s biggest changes
As the HVACR industry experiences rapid change, contractors face challenges in service, supply, and system performance. During ACCA Platinum Strategic […]
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ACCA and CEE team up to create heat pump resources for every application and climate zone
The latest episode of Codes and Coffee showcased ACCA and CEE’s nine digestible heat pump guides that give contractors and homeowners valuable tools for proper system selection and installation.
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Industry watches as ENERGY STAR program faces potential shutdown
Just in case the challenges surrounding R-454B availability weren’t enough, as contractors prepare for peak season, the industry was hit with another jolt this week: EPA has announced plans to shut down the ENERGY STAR program.
Regulatory uncertainty in focus: How recent regulatory developments are impacting HVAC service technicians
Regulatory changes affecting HVAC equipment can be expected with any presidential transition, especially when political parties have contrasting philosophies. Such […]
DOE announces sweeping regulatory changes to 7 Biden-era efficiency standards
In a move that’s already sending ripples through the HVACR industry, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced it’s putting the […]
Executive orders pause IRA rebate programs, withdraw from Paris climate accord
The HVACR industry is no stranger to shifting federal policies, but two recent executive orders from the Trump administration signal […]
Electrification takes center stage at ACCA 2025
Electrification isn’t just a buzzword in HVACR. It’s a pivotal shift driven by environmental concerns about fossil-fuel heating. As the […]
Join the Issues Smackdown! There’s Still Time to Shape ACCA Priorities!
ACCA 2023’s Contractor’s Town Hall covered several issues facing HVAC contractors, and there’s still much more to do. Read about the Town Hall and how you can voice your opinion in this blog.
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Get Ready for January and Regional Efficiency Standards!
New Efficiency Standards are going into effect on January 1st, 2023. Read about all the new regulation changes in this blog.
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Clean Energy Jobs Act Introduced
The Clean Energy Jobs Act has been introduced. Read what this means for the HVAC industry at this blog.
New Efficiency Ratings (SEER2) – Getting it Wrong
Bottom Line: The US Department of Energy (DOE) has new efficiency standards (SEER2, EER2, HSPF2), effective January 1, 2023. Unfortunately, these […]
U.S. DOE Proposes New Energy-Efficiency Standards
Recently, new regulations have been passed regarding the efficiency standards of residential gas furnaces. Read this blog to learn more.
