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The weekly brief · Week of August 17, 2026
Heat Wave Tests Grid; Clean Energy and Batteries Help Avert Crisis
**Week of August 17, 2026**
A record heat wave put U.S. power infrastructure under significant strain, but clean energy sources helped the grid avoid catastrophe — a notable real-world stress test. In New York City, plug-in battery units kept renters cool without triggering grid overloads, demonstrating a practical resilience tool for dense urban housing.
On the infrastructure side, ConEd announced plans for 28 new substations by 2035 to support growing electrification demand, including heat pump adoption. Meanwhile, Vermont is incentivizing high-efficiency manufactured homes designed to cut energy use by up to 50%.
On the policy front, the Trump administration's proposed changes to energy efficiency analysis methodology could weaken appliance and equipment standards — a development contractors and manufacturers should monitor closely.
Industry & business
Hardin County Justice Center closed Monday due to HVAC issues
The Hardin County Justice Center will be closed Monday due to issues with the building’s air conditioning.
Wave 3 News · 20h agoEnergy efficiencyCalifornia’s new tire efficiency rules could save drivers $1B a yearGrist · 9h ago
Industry & businessComplete Comfort Heating, Air and Plumbing promotes safe water strategiesPr Newswire · 21h ago
Heat pumpsHeat Pump Maintenance: What Your System Is Trying to Tell YouFilm Daily · 22h ago
Energy efficiencyWhy Air Conditioner Maintenance Deserves More Attention Than It GetsFilm Daily · 22h ago
Industry & businessThe Repair That Rebuilt My HVAC System, Part 1Green Building Advisor · 1d ago
Heat pumpsBoston explores sea- and river-source heat pumps for big buildingsCanary Media · 1d ago
Heat pumpsWhirlpool heat pump dryer tertiary filter availableGreen Building Advisor · 2d ago
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Energy efficiencyThe 5 Best Portable Air Conditioners 2026esquire.com · 2d ago
Industry & businessPenn College HVAC Programs Set Accreditation Firstachrnews.com · 2d ago
Industry & businessSamsung to manufacture AI data center HVAC products in India , expanding to Asia - Pacificeconomictimes.indiatimes.com · 2d ago
Industry & businessWayland Village rental license reinstated despite HVAC issueswbaltv.com · 2d ago
Industry & businessIR Pros Enters Canada Through a Partnership with Prairie HVAC / Rthestarphoenix.com · 2d ago
Recalls & safetyScammers often take advantage when temperatures rise industry experts explain how to spot fake air conditioner storefronts before you lose your money this summertechradar.com · 2d ago
Energy efficiencyEuhomy Portable Air Conditioner , Tested by Popular Mechanicspopularmechanics.com · 2d ago
Energy efficiencyNo AC ? No sweat . How to make a DIY air conditioner and 3 other heat wave hackswhio.com · 2d ago
Industry & businessMaximizing Business Performance Through Professional Commercial HVAC Solutionspctechmag.com · 2d ago
Energy efficiencyCan A Window Air Conditioner Be Installed Sideways ?slashgear.com · 2d ago
Energy efficiencyWhat the difference between a portable air conditioner and an air cooler ?t3.com · 2d ago
Heat pumpsMRCool launches do - it - yourself monoblock heat pump without outdoor unitfinanznachrichten.de · 2d ago
Industry & businessChina and Turkey Covet Russia's BorderlandsThe Lowdown Blog · 2d ago
Industry & businessAdvocates Worry Brennan Courthouse HVAC Overhaul Could Delay Courthouse Park ProjectJersey City Times · 2d ago
Industry & business8 Air Conditioner Brands Owned By Trane TechnologiesSlashgear · 2d ago
Industry & businessFrontdoor Sees Member Growth Return as Housing, HVAC and Renewals Gain MomentumTicker Report · 2d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceNo AC? No sweat. How to make a DIY air conditioner and 3 other heat wave hacksKesq · 3d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCozeware 12,000 BTU Mini Split Air Conditioner and Heater for $432 + free shippingDealnews · 3d ago
Energy prices & grid demandGovernments must tax Big Oil's profits as UN tax treaty talks advanceCommon Dreams · 4d ago
Industry & businessA huge Phoenix courthouse lacks air conditioning. You can blame HootersThe Arizona Republic · 4d ago
Industry & businessAAON Announces Quarterly Cash DividendPr Newswire · 4d ago
Indoor air qualityNash County schools work to fix air conditioning issuesAmerican Broadcasting Company Eleven · 4d ago
Energy prices & grid demandConEd plans 28 new substations by 2035Utility Dive · 5d ago
Energy efficiencyHere Are the Best Dual-Hose Portable Air Conditioners With Inverters I’d Pick for Home or Office UseThepcenthusiast · 5d ago
Energy efficiencyNVIRIQ Launches Next-Generation HVAC Line "Rubicon," Featuring a Patented Thermal Collector Built to Cut Energy Costs Up to 40% Plus Built-In AnalyticsFinancialcontent · 5d ago
Industry & businessResQ Says Missed Calls Are Killing Trade Businesses. Its Fix Starts With a $50-a-Month ToolkitInc · 5d ago
Energy efficiencyAsk Angi: Are your windows making your home less energy efficient?Hastingstribune · 5d ago
Heat pumpsFrom Air to Water to WarmthGreen Building Advisor · 6d ago
Heat pumpsA. O. Smith Introduces New Voltex® X Outdoor Split System Heat Pump Water HeaterPr Newswire · 6d ago
Heat pumpsDemand for heat pumps up in Germany, but gas still importantYahoo! News · 6d ago
Heat pumpsArdagh transitions to electric heat pump systemSustainable Packaging News · 6d ago
Industry & businessSystemair Sustainability Progress 2025/26Daily Csr · 6d ago
Industry & businessCCMP Growth-backed Airo acquires specialty plumbing and HVAC firm Legrande’s EnterprisesPe Hub · 6d ago
Industry & businessAiro Mechanical Adds Legrande’s Enterprises to Its Growing BusinessFinancialcontent · 6d ago
Industry & businessEuless, TX HVAC Repairs & Emergency Callouts: Local Service Area ExpandedFinancialcontent · 7d ago
Heat pumpsA California Program Is Bringing Down the Cost of Heat Pumps by Buying BulkWired · 7d ago
Industry & businessFerguson Beats Earnings Estimates. Why the HVAC Supplier Is Optimistic as Business Headwinds Persist.Barron · 7d ago
Refrigerants & regulationsChemours Launches OpteonTM ZE and OpteonTM 515B Refrigerants for Chiller Applications Powering Data Centers, Commercial Buildings, and Other Mission Critical EnvironmentsPr Newswire · 7d ago
Heat pumpsWorld’s oldest cheddar-maker slashes energy bills with novel heat pumpsCanary Media · 8d ago
Industry & businessTeresa Olson receives HVAC system through Bakkegard & SchellThe Jamestown Sun · 9d ago
Industry & businessBuckeye High expansion to offer high-demand trade trainingWntz-tv Fox 48 | Cenlanow.com · 9d ago
Refrigerants & regulationsEPA Revised Refrigerant Rule Draws Praise , Criticism , and Lawsuitsachrnews.com · 10d ago
Industry & businessIn HelloNation , HVAC Expert John Huether Breaks Down HVAC System Size for Homes in Rochester , NYprnewswire.com · 10d ago
Industry & businessChina Haier steps up manufacturing air conditioners to meet Europe rising demanden.people.cn · 10d ago
Tax credits & rebatesNew £227 a year heat pump update for united kingdom homessomersetlive.co.uk · 10d ago
Tax credits & rebatesNew Octopus Energy £227 a year heat pump update for customerschroniclelive.co.uk · 10d ago
Heat pumpsPublic Universities and Facilities Harness $23M for Geothermal , Heat Pump , and Energy Efficiencyrenewableenergymagazine.com · 10d ago
Energy efficiencyScientists directly connected the solar panels , battery , and heat pump of a 208 - square - meter home and discovered that the usual path of the electricity was causing a daily waste of energyecoticias.com · 10d ago
Heat pumpsDucted or Ductless : Improve Home Comfort with an All - Climate Heat Pumpnny360.com · 10d ago
Industry & businessBuildings Have Changed . Has Commercial HVAC Kept Up ?achrnews.com · 10d ago
Energy efficiencyYour House Is Draining Your Wallet : Shocking Home HVAC Performance Numbersforbes.com · 10d ago
Heat pumpsHotter Summers and Rising Energy Costs : How Next - Generation Inverter Heat Pumps Can Provide Comfort and Savingsdailyadvance.com · 10d ago
Refrigerants & regulationsHudson Technologies Q2 Earnings Call HighlightsMarkets Daily · 10d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceWhat temperature should I set my thermostat in summer during heat waveThe News Journal · 10d ago
Heat pumpsThe GBA Conversation: The Building Scientist’s Home—a Conversation with Allison BailesGreen Building Advisor · 11d ago
Smart controlsIntelligent Occupancy Sensor Market in Germany: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis to 2031Pr Sync · 11d ago
Smart controlsIntelligent Occupancy Sensor Market in Japan: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis to 2031Pr Sync · 11d ago
Smart controlsIntelligent Occupancy Sensor Market in United States: Trends, Forecast and Competitive Analysis to 2031Pr Sync · 11d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceChina's "furnace city" emerges as "coolcation" magnet for global travelersDenver Sun · 11d ago
Industry & businessWinsupply HVAC equipment chain opens Kernersville locationWinston-salem Journal · 11d ago
Indoor air qualityThe Case for Home Ventilation SpecialistsGreen Building Advisor · 12d ago
Industry & businessFairview Park releases natatorium HVAC issues statement; councilman not buying ‘shifting explanations’Cleveland · 12d ago
Energy efficiencyBest of Woot Sale: Up to 74% off + free shipping w/ PrimeDealnews · 12d ago
Energy efficiencyTech View: Fiber-optic cables help improve energy efficiencyHawaii News · 12d ago
Energy efficiencyFiber-optic cables help improve energy efficiencyHawaii News · 12d ago
Energy prices & grid demandFutures Rise As Oil Plunge Helps Yields Ease From Nosebleed Highs; All Eyes On YenterventionZerohedge · 14d ago
Industry & businesseBay Home & Garden New Finds Sale: Up to 70% off + extra 20% off + free shippingDealnews · 14d ago
Tax credits & rebatesTrade-in program drives smart, green cooling upgrade across ChinaBignewsnetwork · 15d ago
Industry & businessMontezuma-Cortez district addresses HVAC system issues at three elementary schoolsThe Journal · 15d ago
Industry & businessCamping ... with air conditioning? Pa. launches glamping pilot to woo newcomers to outdoor funPittsburgh Post-gazette · 15d ago
Industry & businessAtticman Heating and Air Conditioning, InsulationPr Sync · 16d ago
Industry & businessKiowa County Board of Commissioners Meeting MinutesKiowa County Press · 16d ago
Industry & businessCarrier Global Q2 Earnings Call HighlightsTicker Report · 17d ago
Heat pumpsClimate-Friendly Heat Pumps Are Becoming Dominant Home HVAC System in AmericaGood News Network · 17d ago
Energy efficiencyIs it appropriate to add attic-floor insulation after converting the attic with open-cell spray foam?Green Building Advisor · 18d ago
Industry & businessLucintel Forecasts the Global Threaded Thermocouple Temperature Sensor Market to reach $1.6 billion by 2035Pr Sync · 18d ago
Industry & businessLucintel Forecasts the Global Aircraft Interior Elastomer Market to reach $71 million by 2035Pr Sync · 18d ago
Indoor air qualityFDP Mold Remediation of Edison Shares Late-Summer Mold Prevention RemindersFinancialcontent · 18d ago
Ductless / mini-splitAre Mini Splits Worth It? Bettendorf Expert Explains Multi-Zone Cooling BenefitsPr Sync · 18d ago
Industry & businessLooking for a mechanical contractor in Fargo, NDGreen Building Advisor · 19d ago
Energy prices & grid demandFutures Rise Despite Oil Spike And Ongoing Korean Collapse, Ahead Of Fed, Meta And MicrosoftZerohedge · 19d ago
Energy efficiencyMost promising AI tools for sustainability professionalsTechtarget · 19d ago
Recalls & safetyNash Dogs suffers burglary attempt days after fireWsmv News 4 · 19d ago
Energy efficiencyDOE mulls changes to Biden-era transformer rule, raising utility concernsUtility Dive · 19d ago
Industry & businessLennox Earns Two 2026 HVAC All-Star Awards for Innovation and Industry LeadershipPr Newswire · 20d ago
Energy prices & grid demandFutures Slide As Tech Rout Continues, Kospi Halted As It Crashes 10%Zerohedge · 20d ago
Industry & businessLemon Seed Marketing's 'From the Yellow Chair' wins ACHR News HVAC All-Star AwardPr Newswire · 20d ago
Refrigerants & regulationsUS environmental groups urge EPA to reject new Pfas to cool datacentersThe Guardian · 21d ago
Industry & businessWhite Noise Digital Helps HVAC Companies Increase Local Leads Through SEOFinancialcontent · 21d ago
Industry & businessJD.com signs home comfort retail agreement with CarrierBiztoc · 21d ago
Industry & businessHe Sold His HVAC Business and Trucks in One Year. Two Years Later, Medicare Billed Him Like a MillionaireBiztoc · 21d ago
Heat pumpsQ&A Spotlight: Can a Multi-Split Heat Pump Handle Lots of Small Zones?Green Building Advisor · 22d ago
Ductless / mini-splitWalmart Can't Miss Clearance Sale: Up to 85% off + free shipping w/ $35Dealnews · 22d ago
Ductless / mini-splitInsulating a shed with no house wrap or sheathingGreen Building Advisor · 23d ago
Energy efficiencyThe real cost of waiting: How deferred HVAC maintenance hits your budget laterUsa Today · 23d ago
Industry & businessOwning A Home Comes With Unexpected ExpensesCanyon News · 24d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceWesley's Friday First Alert Weather ForecastWlox News · 24d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceMissouri to see more 100+ degree days. This AC temp saves you the most.Springfield News-leader · 24d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCozeware 18,000 BTU 20 SEER2 Mini Split Heat Pump System for $640 + free shippingDealnews · 24d ago
Industry & businessSac Heating and Air Expands HVAC Replacement and Emergency Repair Services Across the Greater Sacramento RegionPr Sync · 24d ago
Industry & businessHisense India Enters the Laundry Category With the Launch of the Washing Machine RangeNy Newsly · 24d ago
Industry & businessThe ignored, ugly utilities that run your home just got a major redesignFast Company · 24d ago
Smart controlsDetached garage HVACGreen Building Advisor · 25d ago
Industry & businessCool Boss Launches CooleeTM Tour LX Portable Golf Cart Air ConditionerOwensboro Messenger And Inquirer · 25d ago
Industry & businessSmart Care Solutions Names New President & Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer to Accelerate Growth and Operational PerformanceFinancialcontent · 25d ago
Industry & businessNearly $200M in construction underway at three east Manatee schoolsBusiness Observer · 25d ago
Refrigerants & regulationsNY joins lawsuit on EPA refrigerant rollbacks, weakened emissions rulesWutr/wfxv - Cnyhomepage.com · 25d ago
Energy efficiencyHyatt Clearwater Beach Implements AC Cleaning SOP for 18% Energy SavingsPr Sync · 25d ago
Industry & businessAAON Announces Second Quarter 2026 Conference Call and WebcastEnid News & Eagle · 25d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceC & C Heating & Air Conditioning urges Michigan homeowners to prepare for the next heat wavePr Newswire · 25d ago
Industry & businessWomen in HVACR accepting nominations for its 2026 Pillar and Women to Watch awardsPr Newswire · 26d ago
Industry & businessRepublic School District spends the summer working on 2 major projectsHttps://www.ky3.com · 26d ago
Energy efficiency3 practical steps to ensure the US industrial boom runs on electricityUtility Dive · 27d ago
Heat pumps$215B in annual energy cost savings starts with heat pumps: ACEEEUtility Dive · 27d ago
Recalls & safetyWindow AC unit blamed for severe house fire on west side of town, firefighters sayKens5.com · 27d ago
Industry & businessDid home inspector miss furnace problems?Daily Herald · 27d ago
Industry & businessSmarfle CRM Expands AI-Powered HVAC CRM Tools as Contractors Look to Improve Lead Response and Customer OperationsFinancialcontent · 28d ago
Smart controlsEnergy Monitoring Moves to the Big LeaguesGreen Building Advisor · 29d ago
Energy efficiencyHVAC System for SIP homeGreen Building Advisor · 29d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCooper&Hunter Shares What Homeowners Should Know Before Buying a Mini Split SystemFinancialcontent · 33d ago
Industry & business822 Heat & Air Expands Commercial HVAC Installation and Air Conditioning Repair Services Across North TexasReformer.com · 33d ago
Industry & businessCentral Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Highlights Two Decades of HVAC Excellence in Pennsylvania CountiesReformer.com · 33d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceHow to keep cool in this year's extreme summer heat even without air conditioningLaist · 33d ago
Energy prices & grid demandSunrun ‘distributed data center’ pilot taps its home solar and battery networkUtility Dive · 33d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCooper&Hunter Highlights the Engineering Behind Reliable Mini Split PerformanceFinancialcontent · 33d ago
Industry & business1524 Haven , Salina, KS 67401Themercury · 34d ago
Industry & businessVashon Island Film Festival Announces Lineup, New Indian Chai Café Opens in Lakewood, and MoreHeadtopics · 34d ago
Energy efficiencyHow Paris uses the Seine to cool thousands of buildings without ACThe Optimist Daily · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceThree CT prisons have limited AC as temperatures soarConnecticut Public · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceHow to keep cool in this year's extreme summer heat even without air conditioningWlrn · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceHVAC service calls surge as warm weather strains air conditioning unitsWsaw · 34d ago
Industry & businessHelloNation Examines Car AC Repair With Automotive Expert Devon ReedPr Newswire · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceWalmart’s popular portable air conditioner drops below $185 ahead of next week’s heat waveMasslive · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceThe Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a ‘warmer than average’ fallFox21 News Colorado · 34d ago
Energy prices & grid demandNew Yorkers Face Rising Electric Bills During ‘Especially Brutal’ Summer: What To Knowthecityreporter · 34d ago
Heat pumpsSplit Heat Pump Water Heaters Are Having a Moment , Spurred on by Innovation Prizecleantechnica.com · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceWhy your air conditioner struggles during heat waves and what homeowners can do about itrheaheraldnews.com · 34d ago
Industry & businessTexas Adopts 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code for HVAC Contractorscontractormag.com · 34d ago
Ductless / mini-splitSmallest Wall Mount Mini Splitunitaid.eu · 34d ago
Heat pumpsThree - source heat pump system for cold climatesfinanznachrichten.de · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceAdvanced Plumbing & HVAC Urges Dallas - Area Homeowners to Prepare for Extreme Summer Heatprunderground.com · 34d ago
Recalls & safetyHouse fire caused by faulty air conditioner , fire department sayswgal.com · 34d ago
Industry & businessAround Town : Cook off champs , police party , heat pump rebatespaloaltoonline.com · 34d ago
Tax credits & rebatesFinding the Right HVAC Business Brokers : Sell Your HVAC Business for ...pr-inside.com · 34d ago
Industry & businessTrane expands to help shape next generation of data centres - Refrigeration and Air Conditioningracplus.com · 34d ago
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Energy efficiencyPerformance Drift : The Hidden Efficiency Problem Raising HVACR Costsachrnews.com · 34d ago
Energy efficiencyBest window air conditioners to cool rooms fastketv.com · 34d ago
Industry & businessHVAC Contractor Forum Unveils Agenda for Inaugural 2026 Eventnewjerseytelegraph.com · 34d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceHeatwave : Experts share tips on air conditioner coolingtimesofoman.com · 34d ago
Energy efficiencyHome Experts Say If You Skip This HVAC Tune-Up in the Summer, You'll Regret It in the WinterGood Housekeeping · 34d ago
Energy efficiencyTempted to turn AC down to lowest setting? What to do insteadYahoo! News · 34d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCozeware Ductless Inverter Mini Split Air Conditioner and Heater for $440 + free shippingDealnews · 34d ago
Heat pumpsThe US may be hitting a tipping point for heat pumpsGrist · 34d ago
Industry & businessCAI Capital exits HVAC provider CustomAir to Service Logic Holdings Canadapehub.com · 35d ago
Energy efficiencyWhat Does BTU Mean On An Air Conditioner ?slashgear.com · 35d ago
Energy efficiencyWhat experts recommend for your AC during heat waveNew Jersey Herald · 35d ago
Energy prices & grid demandSolar Panels Can Help Pay for Your Air Conditioning Bills During HeatwavesHeadtopics · 35d ago
Industry & businessElmer's Home Services Announces 20,000+ Customers Served with 24/7 HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Coverage Across TexasFinancialcontent · 35d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceAdvanced Plumbing & HVAC Urges Dallas-Area Homeowners to Prepare for Extreme Summer HeatFinancialcontent · 35d ago
Energy prices & grid demandRecord heat pushes air conditioners harder, could raise Utah power billsHeadtopics · 35d ago
Industry & businessMETA’S $5 MILLION GIFT TO LDCC SETS UP FULL-RIDE PATHWAY INTO DATA CENTER CAREERS FOR RICHLAND PARISH GRADSHttps://www.knoe.com · 35d ago
Industry & businessPublic library in Fulton reopens to publicAbc 17 News · 35d ago
Industry & businessCommittee tackles failing VA office HVACNea Town Courier · 35d ago
Energy efficiencyEnergy expert explains how to lower your summer utility billHttps://www.kbtx.com · 35d ago
Heat pumpsEnhancing Battery Safety under Fast Charging Conditions through Spray-Based Immersion CoolingNewswise · 35d ago
Heat pumpsNew BDC report: Record-breaking newly built home market share for heat pumps and electric heatingEin Presswire · 35d ago
Industry & businessMichael Mahan Joins Modine as President, Commercial HVACPr Newswire · 35d ago
Industry & businessZeta Phi Beta Chapter Holding 2nd Annual Air Conditioner Drivewmdt.com · 35d ago
Industry & businessAdvisorShares HVAC and Industrials ETF ( NYSEARCA : HVAC ) Sees Large Increase in Short Interestthemarketsdaily.com · 35d ago
Energy efficiencyAir conditioner temperature during a heat wave could save you moneyAsbury Park Press · 35d ago
Indoor air qualityCleaning WizardAllbusiness · 35d ago
Heat pumpsSplit Heat Pump Water Heaters Are Having a Moment, Spurred on by Innovation PrizeHeadtopics · 35d ago
Extreme weather & resiliencePlug-in batteries kept NYC renters cool during record heat waveCanary Media · 36d ago
Heat pumpsDaikin unveils inverter-driven rooftop heat pump for light commercial buildingsPower Wattz Solar | Off Grid Solar Solutions | Bat · 36d ago
Industry & businessJML Trades Launches New Brand Bringing Plumbing, Gas, Air Conditioning and Roofing Services TogetherNynewscast · 36d ago
Tax credits & rebatesFrigidaire 14,000-BTU Wall Air Conditioner for $590 + free shippingDealnews · 36d ago
Energy efficiency10 Ways to Stay Cool This Summer Without Running the Air Conditioner All DayNewsbreak · 36d ago
Industry & businessVeteran-Owned New Orleans Mechanical Pros Announces Summer Savings on 3-Ton and 4-Ton Air Conditioning SystemsEin Presswire · 36d ago
Energy efficiencyDo All Portable Air Conditioners Require A Vent?Slashgear · 36d ago
Extreme weather & resilienceOklahoma heat wave pushing HVAC companies to their limitNewson6.com · 36d ago
Industry & businessTHE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, AIR ...Inquirer · 36d ago
Industry & businessSame-Day AC Repair Las Vegas Program Covers Nights and HolidaysNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & businessAir Conditioning Experts Las Vegas Adds Overnight Cooling Repair CoverageNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & business24/7 Emergency AC Repair Now Available in Las VegasNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & businessDEP headquarters renovation project making progress in Kanawha City – WV MetroNewsNews Pub · 36d ago
Industry & businessAI Platform Builds 400 Location Pages for HVAC Firms OvernightNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & businessRiverside HVAC Company Launches Summer AC Tune-Up SpecialsNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & businessRiverside HVAC Firm Extends Service to Apple Valley and Moreno ValleyNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Ductless / mini-splitCore Comfort HVAC Adds Mini Split Service in Surprise AZNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Ductless / mini-splitMini Split Sales Support Wildfire AZ With $200 Donation Per UnitNorfolk Daily News · 36d ago
Industry & businessWhy Is Air Conditioner Unit Capacity Measured In Tons?Slashgear · 36d ago
Rules, recalls & rebates
RecallCPSC· effective Jun 25, 2026
Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Recalls Amana Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Fire and BurnsCertain Amana air conditioners and heat pumps may retain electrical power in the heating element during a ground fault even when switched off, creating fire and burn hazards.
RecallCPSC· effective Jul 3, 2025
Trane Recalls Gas/Electric Packaged Units Due to Risk of Gas Leak, Fire HazardTrane is recalling certain gas/electric packaged units because a defective fuel gas valve may open unexpectedly, creating a gas leak and fire risk.
RuleFederal Register· effective Feb 6, 2025
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Central Air Conditioners and Heat PumpsManufacturers must use updated industry test standards to measure central air conditioner and heat pump efficiency for federal compliance.
RuleFederal Register· effective Nov 18, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Oil, Electric, and Weatherized Gas Consumer FurnacesOil, electric, and gas furnaces must meet updated federal efficiency standards to reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
RuleFederal Register· effective Nov 18, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnace FansNew efficiency standards require furnace fan motors to meet minimum energy performance levels set by the Department of Energy.
RuleFederal Register· effective Aug 5, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Air-Cooled, Evaporatively-Cooled, and Water-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat PumpsCommercial air conditioners and heat pumps must be tested using new federal procedures that better measure real-world cooling efficiency.
RuleFederal Register· effective Sep 17, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Air-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat PumpsCommercial air conditioners and heat pumps over 65,000 Btu/h must meet stricter federal energy efficiency requirements.
RuleFederal Register· effective Feb 16, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer FurnacesHome furnaces must achieve minimum federal energy efficiency standards established and periodically updated by the Department of Energy.
RuleFederal Register· effective Jan 3, 2024
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Water-Source Heat PumpsWater-source heat pump testing now includes seasonal efficiency metrics and expanded scope under new federal test procedures.
Comment periodFederal Register
Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedures for Air-Cooled, Evaporatively-Cooled, and Water-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat PumpsCommercial air conditioners and heat pumps must follow revised federal test procedures for more accurate efficiency measurement and comparison.