AHRI members visit the White House

Discuss heat pump technology and availability; urge action on demand, affordability and workforce issues

By CCME Content Team

installation and maintenance, AHRI said through a Press release.

development is another area with which government can be of assistance.”

AT a meeting today with key climate officials at the White House, America’s heat pump and heat pump water heater manufacturers reiterated their support for positive climate action, while urging strong White House commitment to addressing consumer demand, affordability and stressing the need for the skilled workforce required for heat pump

“Our members welcomed this meeting today, and they are looking forward to working with the White House to ensure a robust demand for energyefficient heat pumps and other innovative technologies,” said Stephen Yurek, President and CEO, AHRI. “Our members produce the most innovative, energyefficient equipment available anywhere in the world, but they need government assistance to educate consumers on the benefits of heat pump technology and to issue timely guidance on IRA tax credit and rebate programs to help make this technology affordable for everyone. Furthermore, because of the sophisticated technology involved, heat pumps require highly skilled installers, so workforce