Advocacy

One Industry. Once Voice.

The industry today is in the center of some of the most complex and challenging public policy debates on energy and the environment. Issues relating to energy efficiency and climate change dominate the political agenda, both in the United States and abroad. Resolution of these issues will define the industry’s global future.

Explore Our Work

While working to advance a positive legislative and regulatory agenda for our member companies, AHRI is promoting the industry’s technological innovation, environmental stewardship, and economic contribution to society.

Conducting outreach to officials and their staff at all levels of government, the AHRI Government and Regulatory Affairs team helps educate policy makers on the issues of importance to the HVACR and water heating industry.

Whether the issue is energy efficiency, climate change, residential or commercial tax incentives, or another important issue of the day; providing elected officials pertinent information to make informed and effective decisions helps them to craft energy, manufacturing, and environmental policies that will benefit consumers and the industry alike.

Federal - Legislative

AHRI conducts outreach to U.S. Representatives, Senators, and their respective staff at federal and state levels, and helps educate policy makers on critical issues.

State - Legislative

AHRI staff works year-round to engage on a multitude of state legislative topics, including energy efficiency, building code updates, air quality, and more.

Regulatory

Staff monitors and contributes to rulemakings in the U.S. and abroad to ensure that industry priorities are considered in the regulatory process.

Global Advocacy

Targeted global advocacy efforts on policy, product standards, and certification.