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ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its more than 53,000 members worldwide focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability. Through research, standards writing, publishing, certification and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s global built environment today. More information can be found at www.ashrae.org/news.

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) is the national association of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration contractors. HVACR contractors are a pillar of the American economy, responsible for our fresh food supply, ensuring modern medicine is possible, keeping information technology centers operational, and providing essential comfort and fresh air to every home, hospital, and building. ACCA writes the nationally-recognized and manufacturer-recommended installation and maintenance standards used by professionals to ensure quality work for their customers. We offer the best educational services in the industry, including online training, in-person classes, and an annual conference that brings together the best contractors from across the country for exciting educational content. ACCA is the only contracting association fighting for contractor interests before legislators, regulators, manufacturers, distributors, and the media. We build standards-driven accreditation programs that help contractors differentiate themselves in a competitive market. And we stand up every day for our belief that, yes, some contractors are better than others!

The premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally. Through rigorous certification and professional credentialing programs, GBCI drives the adoption of green building and sustainable business practices globally.