
Panama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity
15/12/2025 | 21 mins.
In this episode, Building Decarbonization Coalition Founder Executive Director Panama Bartholomy breaks down the rapid rise of heat pumps, the policy landscape shaping the transition, and why contractor confidence is the most important factor in the years ahead.

Beating the 2025 HVAC Slowdown With Maintenance, Marketing, and Money
18/11/2025 | 16 mins.
In this NEWSmakers episode, BDR’s Jay Crowe details how inventory planning, strong maintenance programs, strategic financing, and careful tracking of PACE metrics can help contractors maximize every call in a soft market marked by refrigerant transition challenges and cautious homeowners.

HVAC Innovations: The Rise of VRF and Ductless Systems
17/11/2025 | 19 mins.
Engineered Systems caught up with Laura Michel, Trane® Ductless Portfolio Manager. Hear current VRF and Ductless HVAC trends and discover how innovative solutions and updated standards are driving the next phase of VRF. Sponsored by Trane.

3 Ways to Tackle HVAC Industry’s Biggest Challenges
30/10/2025 | 15 mins.
Scott Harkins, SVP of Sales for Resideo, explores how Resideo is addressing HVAC contractors’ three biggest challenges with its latest smart solutions. Sponsored by Resideo.

Smarter Service: Inside Trane’s AI-Powered Tech Assistant with Marc Racine
14/10/2025 | 13 mins.
In this episode, Marc Racine, Senior Product Manager at Trane Technologies, shares how AI-driven tools like the Tech Assistant are transforming HVAC service. Learn how this innovation helps dealers and technicians streamline troubleshooting, boost efficiency, and deliver faster, smarter support in the field. Sponsored by Trane Technologies.



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