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For Appliance Energy Conservation Standards, the Political Pendulum Does Not Swing
Observers of American politics often note that policymaking swings like a pendulum. One political party will earn control of government and enact policies they believe will improve the country. Later, the opposing political party will inevitably seize governmental control and undo much of the work of their predecessors. This process then repeats. While there may be examples of this idea proving …
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News out of New Mexico: QSC’s Eric Maxon and Marina Efroymson Receive New Mexico Humanitarian Award
Congratulations to PHCC members Marina Efroymson and Eric Maxon for receiving The Harold B. Albert Jewish Community Service Award. The New Mexico Humanitarian Award, founded in 2008, has become a tradition in New Mexico, recognizing individuals who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to humanitarianism. This year’s event honored distinguished New Mexicans whose contributions span …
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Education Program Announced for CONNECT 2024
Premier education exposure and opportunities for all attendees at CONNECT 2024. FALLS CHURCH, Va. – August 2024 – The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) reveals educational programming including knowledge, technology and podcast hubs, for CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. With over 20 education sessions, CONNECT will cover relevant topics...
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Auntie Em: It’s A Twister!
When it comes to the state of affairs surrounding natural gas bans, refrigerant changes, licensing, efficiency limits, and more, sometimes I feel like I’m swept up in a twister. I’m desperately looking for the calm after the storm and for help to navigate my business. PHCC has been incredibly resourceful in supporting the licensed plumbing and HVAC contractor. Thank goodness for PHCC’s …
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More States Looking to Policies to Outlaw Natural Gas
Since the City of Berkeley passed an ordinance that prohibited natural gas hookups to newly constructed homes in 2019, the future of natural gas as a building fuel source has been a hotly debated topic in our industry. Indeed, Berkeley was followed by dozens of other California communities that adopted similar policies, and Washington State even enacted residential and commercial building codes …
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PHCC Rising Leader Matt Leach
Within five minutes of meeting Matt Leach, you know he is a plumber and that he loves his profession. Mr. Tubs Plumbing & Heating is known in the Philadelphia area as a reputable company providing quality services to its customers. As an ambassador for his organization, and his employees, Matt treats all customers with respect, and he is always willing to go the extra mile. Whether it's …
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2022 Economic Outlook
The economy is moving upward, albeit at a slower rate of growth. How will you respond to continuing issues … and new opportunities?
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PHCC Stands With Industry Stakeholders Against EPA Overreach
PHCC has joined industry stakeholders Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) and Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) in filing a petition for judicial review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The petition asks the court to overturn the ban on single-use cylinders and …
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