Trane Signs HVAC Partnership with KSE Across US Venues USA: Trane has signed a multi-year agreement with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) to become its Climate Innovation partner and official HVAC and thermal management partner. The agreement marks KSE’s first cross-property partnership with a technology provider and extends the existing collaboration between the two companies. It covers SoFi Stadium, YouTube Theater and Hollywood Park in California, as well as Ball Arena

Canada Commits USD 1.41 Billion to Home Energy Retrofit Programmes Canada: The Government of Canada has announced USD 1.406 billion in funding over eight years for residential energy retrofits and emissions reduction. The National Heat Pump Rebate Program will support up to 820,000 homeowners installing eligible cold-climate air-source heat pumps, offering rebates of up to USD 7,031 for below-median-income households and USD 1,406 for other eligible homeowners. The government

Texas Prison System Faces USD 1.5 Billion Air Conditioning Retrofit by 2029 US: A federal judge has ordered the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to install air conditioning across its prison system by December 31, 2029, with TDCJ estimating the work could cost approximately USD1.5 billion. As of September 1, 38 of 104 facilities were fully air conditioned and 53 partially air conditioned, while projects covered 53,676 cool beds, with 23,738 under construction, 7,34

Midea Expands Louisville Research Centre to Strengthen HVAC Product Development and Training UNITED STATES: Midea Residential Air Conditioning plans to expand its Louisville Research Centre in Kentucky with a new 16,000-square-foot HVAC and water solutions laboratory and showroom, increasing the facility’s total area to 157,000 square feet. The new space will support product development and testing, particularly for all-climate heat pumps and the company’s EVOX platform. It w

Rheem Names Eric Varton CTO and Appoints Alan Machuga to Lead AI Transformation UNITED STATES: Rheem has announced two leadership changes to strengthen product innovation and accelerate digital transformation across its Air and Water business. Eric Varton joins as Senior Vice President of Research & Development and Chief Technology Officer, overseeing global R&D, controls engineering and programme management. He brings over 30 years of engineering experience, including roles

Canada Announces US$1.4 Billion Heat Pump Rebate Programme for Homeowners CANADA: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced a US$1.4 billion national heat pump rebate programme to help households reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. Eligible low- and middle-income households could receive rebates of up to approximately US$7,011, while other qualifying homeowners may receive around US$1,402. The programme aims to encourage wider adoption of energy-efficient heatin

Aermec Invests US$15 Million in First US Manufacturing Facility in Illinois UNITED STATES: Italian HVAC manufacturer Aermec has broken ground on its first US manufacturing facility in DeKalb, Illinois, marking a US$15 million investment. The planned 186,000-square-foot facility is expected to create 30 full-time jobs and support production of climate control and energy management systems. The expansion will strengthen Aermec’s manufacturing presence in North America, where it

Sodimac Revenue Rises 3.8% In Q2 2026 Chile: Falabella’s home improvement business Sodimac recorded a 3.8% year-on-year increase in revenue in the second quarter of 2026, reaching CLP 975.1 billion (EUR 910 million; USD 1.07 billion). The consolidated figures cover operations in Chile, Peru, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay. Colombia and Mexico are not included in Falabella’s consolidated financial statements; including these markets, Sodimac’s sales increased by 10.0%. In local

Pentair Completes USD 1.4 Billion Acquisition of Taco USA: Pentair has completed its acquisition of Taco Group Holdings (Taco) for USD 1.4 billion, subject to customary adjustments. Taco provides hydronic and water-based solutions, and the acquisition expands Pentair’s portfolio across commercial and other water-related applications. Taco will become part of Pentair’s Water Solutions reporting segment and will continue to operate under the Taco brand. Taco will retain a signi

Navien Opens Upgraded New Jersey Training Academy USA:Navien has opened its upgraded New Jersey Training Academy to expand technical training for contractors, distributors, sales representatives and other HVAC, plumbing and water treatment professionals. The facility includes two expanded classrooms and hands-on training areas featuring Navien products, with programmes covering installation, commissioning, operation, diagnostics and troubleshooting. The academy will offer sch

San Diego Foundation Launches $100M Affordable Housing Partnership USA: San Diego Foundation has announced a USD 100 million financing partnership with Bear Creek Fund Advisors to provide construction financing for affordable housing projects in San Diego. The announcement coincided with the groundbreaking of Louisiana Street, a 38-home development in North Park. The project is the first of four developments expected to deliver a combined 257 affordable homes across North Par

LG USA: LG Electronics USA has entered into a major supply agreement with AIR Control Concepts (AIR), a global platform comprising leading HVAC, electrical, service and controls companies, to supply advanced chillers for data centers across the United States and Canada. The long-term agreement strengthens AIR’s position as a key provider to the AI data center (AIDC) industry while supporting LG’s expansion in the growing AIDC cooling market. The partnership is aimed at meetin

KCC Manufacturing and Transaera Partner to Scale U.S. Production of MOF-Based Outdoor Air Systems U.S.: KCC Manufacturing and Transaera have announced a manufacturing and engineering partnership to scale U.S. production of Transaera’s dedicated outdoor air systems, which use metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to remove moisture before cooling. KCC will manufacture the cabinets, support Transaera’s proprietary controls, provide systems-design integration and supply domestic produ

LG Electronics Expands Chiller Production SOUTH KOREA/USA: LG Electronics is expanding its global chiller manufacturing capacity to support rising demand from AI data centres. The company is establishing a new air cooled chiller plant in Virginia, USA, with production expected to begin in the first half of 2027, and expanding production lines at its Pyeongtaek and Changwon facilities in South Korea. LG plans to invest US$ 111.6 million (KRW 150000 million) across the three fa

Texas Prisons Ordered to Install Air Conditioning USA: A federal court has ordered Texas to install air conditioning across all state prisons by 31 December 2029, citing extreme heat as an unconstitutional condition. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice must immediately develop an installation plan and provide progress reports every six months. The project is estimated to cost around US$1.5 billion and require upgrades across more than 70 facilities, with only just over o

Sedona Launches Heat Pump Scheme USA: The City of Sedona, Arizona, has launched the Northern Arizona Switch Together Heat Pump Co Op to encourage homeowners to replace traditional heating and cooling systems with heat pumps. The group buying programme offers participating homeowners a 17% discount based on the national average installation cost. Eligible households may also access additional savings through Sedona’s Home Energy Retrofit Program and Arizona’s Efficiency Arizon

HVAC Groups Appeal NFPA Decision on Outdoor GFCI Requirements USA: The Air Conditioning Contractors of America and Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute have appealed the National Fire Protection Association’s rejection of a proposed extension to outdoor HVAC ground fault circuit interrupter requirements under the National Electrical Code. The groups have raised concerns over nuisance tripping, equipment compatibility, product availability and inconsistent en

Kenon to Acquire Stake in U.S. District Energy Business UNITED STATES: Kenon Holdings has agreed to invest approximately US$450 million to acquire a 25% stake in Vicinity District Energy, a major U.S. district heating and cooling infrastructure provider. Vicinity serves more than 700 customers across around 1,000 buildings in 12 U.S. cities, including Boston and Philadelphia. The company generated approximately US$611 million in revenue in 2025 and operates more than 140 mile

United States Construction Labor Market Shows Mixed Signals UNITED STATES: United States construction labour market showed mixed trends in August 2026, with job openings falling by 48,000 to 251,000, although remaining 38,000 above the level recorded a year earlier, according to BLS JOLTS data. Construction layoffs also declined to 99,000, the lowest since the series began in 2000. The contrasting trends reflect weakness in residential construction alongside strong demand fro

Ariston Partners With Keyline Sales to Expand Presence in Southern California USA: Ariston has entered into a partnership with Keyline Sales to manage sales, distribution and specification activities across Southern California and Wayne County, Nevada. The agreement focuses on expanding the availability of water heating and thermal comfort solutions in a market influenced by building decarbonisation targets and energy efficiency regulations. Through this collaboration, Aristo