RAC News & Trends

barox Kommunikation AG’s commitment to raising environmental standards has recently been rewarded, with their commitment to global standards of quality assurance, manufacturing and business being reinforced, by once again passing their ISO 14001, 27001 and 9001 compliance audits. As part of their ISO 14001 environmental management system, barox consistently pursues the goal of systematically identifying and evaluating their own environmental impact and minimizing it through reduction stra...

Galileo Technologies CEO - Jesus Grande believes the business’s unique set of gas solutions have the potential to play a key role in the global energy transition going forward. This is due to the fact that the world is currently struggling to reach its climate change targets and move away from the use of dirtier fuels. Global energy transition Galileo Technologies addresses one of the most urgent challenges of the time To make the most out of gas, rather than dirtier fossil fuels such...

Housecall Pro, a pioneering software platform for home service professionals, released its 2025 AI Adoption in Home Services Industry Report, revealing that artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the trades — not by replacing skilled workers, but by enhancing their efficiency and accelerating business growth. The survey of over 400 home service contractors across the U.S. finds that over 70% have tried AI tools in some capacity, and about 40% are now using AI actively in their bu...

Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, has announced it will hold its 2025 annual conference at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas on Oct. 6-8, 2025 and registration is now open. The conference, entitled “Bet on Yourself,” will feature keynote addresses by: Angela Gaffney: Gaffney is an executive coach, international speaker and best-selling author...

mSupply, a major North American distributor of plumbing, appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen and pool and spa repair parts, recently celebrated the opening of a combination branch location and regional distribution center in Denver, USA.  Located at 9400 E. 46th Pl., Unit 100 in Denver, the facility features a unique mixed-use concept that includes both a Comfort Air Distribution branch and 200,000 square feet of warehouse space – roughly the size of four football fields. As an mSup...

Schneider Electric, the pioneer in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, launched its first Impact Building in Dubai as part of its new Impact Buildings Program. As the world’s most sustainable company, Schneider Electric’s Impact Buildings Program aims to drive sustainability through its own global commercial real estate using best-in-class EcoStruxure™ solutions, software, and services. These include EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure...

Trane® by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, celebrated the grand opening of its first Canadian Trane Rental site, located in Brantford, Ontario. Brantford Mayor - Kevin Davis joined Trane® representatives on Wednesday, May 21 for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a tour of the new 26,000-square-foot facility. Robust contingency planning The site offers customers across Canada a comprehensive suite of rental options, supported by factory-trained experts an...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s renowned solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVACR and building construction trades, celebrated its 75th anniversary on May 17, 2025, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at its newly remodeled building in Annandale, MN. The celebration was attended by Malco employees, Annandale community members, local dignitaries, and representatives from the U.S. Senate, Wright County, and the City of Annandale, which officially...

Northwell Health, New York’s largest healthcare provider and private employer, has been at the forefront of sustainability efforts and energy efficiency for years. With 23 hospitals, more than 16,600 credentialed physicians, 18,900 nurses and 5,000 volunteers, Northwell Health serves as a vital resource to New York City, Long Island, Westchester and other communities across the state.  In 2018, Northwell launched an Energy Steering Committee to oversee energy use and implement initia...

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Energy Recovery Components’ (PG-ERC) unanimously re-elected Rikard Lindbom as its Vice-Chairperson. His appointment affirms his continued leadership in one of the pioneering European HVAC working groups. Rikard Lindbom, Product Area Director Energy Recovery at RECUTECH, brings over 16 years of experience in the energy sector, encompassing sales, production technology, and product management. Europe’s transition to a sustainable future Lindbom...

Automated Logic and the Laurel Institutes are partnering together to help build a new generation of HVAC technicians, while outfitting campuses in three states with the latest building automation systems. Automated Logic, a pioneering provider of innovative building-management solutions, is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative The partnership is part of Carrier’s TechVantage Initiative, which...

UL Solutions, a service provider to the HVACR industry and various other sectors, has become the first official Silver Sponsor of the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT, taking place from 24-26 September, 2025, in Prague, Czechia. UL Solutions is a pioneer in applied safety science. It transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, plus software and advisory offerings...

The Malco Group, one of the nation’s pioneering manufacturers and distributors of high-quality solutions for the HVAC/R and building construction trades, has opened nominations for its national Trade-Pro of the Year Award program. Now in its ninth year, the Trade-Pro of the Year Award recognizes and celebrates outstanding trade professionals in the U.S. who are dedicated to the HVACR or building construction industries, on-the-job safety, and giving back to their communities. H...

Carrefour is pursuing its ambition to make reading accessible to all from an early age, and has set itself the target of selling 30 million 1 euro books by 2030. This initiative is in line with its program to combat illiteracy and dyslexia-related disorders. Making reading accessible to all, in particular by giving the youngest children a taste for reading, is a social challenge and a factor of inclusion, to which Carrefour intends to contribute by launching a new collection of 20 books at 1&eu...

Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, has been recognized for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate by CDP, earning a place on its annual ‘A List’ for the third consecutive year. Of the record 22,400 companies that received a climate score this year, Trane Technologies is distinguished as part of the 2% of scored companies to earn an ‘A’ rating. CDP’s rigorous scoring process CDP’s rigorous scoring process assesses the compr...

Berkshire-based mechanical and electrical engineering firm, Campbell West, has completed a major transformation at Hertfordshire University in Hatfield. The five-month project formed part of a wider renovation project by Carmelcrest at the University’s School of Creative Arts. The works included a complete overhaul of the building’s heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) infrastructure, as well as the refurbishment of the male, female, and disabled WC facilities...

Carrier Solutions UK has officially opened its state-of-the-art training academy in Stockport, where it will offer industry-renowned education and support for HVAC engineers across the UK. The flagship facility represents a significant investment in professional development, providing a dedicated center of excellence for engineers to train on the latest heating and cooling technologies. Carrier Solutions UK Ltd (formerly Toshiba Carrier UK Ltd) is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pionee...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, safe, and sustainable buildings, released a new commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting quantifying the Total Economic Impact™ and benefits of its OpenBlue platform. In the study, Forrester found that a model organization representing a composite of interviewed customers from multiple industries deploying OpenBlue, including FM:Systems solutions, could achieve up to a 155% return on investment (ROI) over three years. Smart bu...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant and fire suppressant management, acquired Refrigerant Services Inc. (RSI), a recognized brand in the Canadian refrigerant industry. The acquisition, finalized in late March 2025, further solidifies A-Gas' position as a world pioneer in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. A-Gas' commitment A-Gas' commitment to delivering enhanced refrigerant keys and support to busi...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s pioneering solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, has earned the 2025 Metal of Honor Award from Metal Roofing Magazine. This is the 10th year Malco has earned the recognition, which is voted on by roofers and contractors. Marking its 21st year, the Metal of Honor program gives metal roofers the opportunity to cast their ballot on which companies and products are the highest quali...

As early as 2015, Carrefour pioneered a de-plastification approach in its stores, starting notably with fruits and vegetables (even before the AGEC law), batteries, light bulbs, and textile products. All these actions have resulted in savings of more than 20,000 tons of packaging, particularly plastic packaging, and have helped create market standards, now adopted by most other distributors and national brand suppliers.  integration of recycled plastic in packaging Remove 15,000 tons o...

Solar & Storage Live Malaysia 2025 launches in Kuala Lumpur on 9 and 10 April 2025, aimed at helping Malaysia make significant strides towards a more sustainable future and meet its renewable energy generation targets. Held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Center (MITEC), the free-to-attend expo and conference brings together thousands of industry pioneers, developers, installers, policymakers, technology experts, solution providers, investors, and innovators under one roo...

AeroBarrier’s X1 sealant is GreenGuard Gold Certified – guaranteeing Ultra-Low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and is completely safe for schools, hospitals, and the home. GreenGuard is a standard from UL Environment, an independent institution that scientifically measures environmentally safe indoor air quality, and strives to “Protect human health and quality of life by establishing standards and certification programs to reduce exposure to chemicals and to improve in...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, is introducing enhanced Modular Self-Contained (MSC) units to simplify HVAC installation. It enhances building performance, minimizing installation disruption and maximizing building productivity. The MSC’s enhanced innovative design streamlines the entire process from delivery to startup. Efficient Upgrades Made Easy “Trane's new MSC units are another example of how we are innovating to help current buildings upgrade to the most eff...

EnviriCard Retail and Trade Cards Empower Businesses to Champion Global Forests Ahead of International Day of Forests 2025, themed this year for Forests and their impact on Food Security. Carbon Quota Data Reveals Enviricard Products Slash Carbon Footprint to 57% of that for PVC Plastic Cards, Driving Sustainable Choices for Forest Conservation Sustainability in your wallet Enviricard empowers businesses and consumers to protect global forests through climate-friendly choices  Enviricar...

The Minnesota Twins and Uponor, a GF Building Flow Solutions brand with North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.  Announced a multi-year partnership with a focus on enhancing and furthering the Major League Baseball club’s longstanding sustainability and community impact missions.  Partnering for impact This partnership marks Uponor’s first with a professional sports organisation supported by Oak View GroupConnecting the expertise of Uponor, a pioneer glob...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioning Europe (MHIAE) is proud to support its Italian distributor, Termal Group, at the Heat Pump Technologies exhibition in Milan on 2-3 April 2025. Visit them at MiCo Milano Sud, Level 0, Stand B45. This is the first Heat Pump Technologies event, and it will focus on the challenge of decarbonization. It will highlight the crucial role of low-carbon heating and cooling solutions in reducing energy consumption and promoting environmental sustainability. I...

With a focus on product solutions and bundles designed to help trade pros get the job done, The Malco Group is bringing together some of the industry’s most relied-upon HVAC/R brands as a result of Aspen Pumps Group’s acquisition of Malco Tools in October 2024. As part of this new partnership, The Malco Group is the company’s official North American headquarters with a singular focus on providing high-quality products and solution bundles for HVAC/R and building construction t...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s pioneering solution developers and manufacturers of a variety of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, announced its 75th Anniversary Sweepstakes. Entrants have a chance at prizes including a 2025 Can Am Defender, a Traeger Grill and Omaha Steaks gift card, Malco $500 and $250 shopping sprees, as well as Malco’s Limited Edition Camouflage Andy™ Snips and C-RHEX® Cleanable, Reversible Hex Drivers. Malco’s 7...

A-Gas, a world pioneer in environmentally responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, will showcase its innovative solutions for refrigerant recovery, reclamation, and supply at the AHR Expo 2025, booth #2069, taking place from February 10-12, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, USA.  At this year’s event, visitors can learn about A-Gas’s full suite of lifecycle refrigerant management services, which are designed to address the growing environmental and regulatory pressures facing the...