What is the metaverse and what does it mean for business?
Seven months ago, Facebook rebranded to Meta, to focus on the future of the “metaverse.” Yet, there is no agreed-upon […]
Investigation of economic impact of tariffs underway
At the direction of Congress, the U.S. International Trade Commission has begun a fact-finding investigation into the economic impacts of […]
May ’22 at-a-glance … environment
One week into his presidency, President Biden issued Executive Order 14008 that included the Justice40 Initiative making good on his […]
Members, NAFEM support Ukraine relief
NAFEM members continue to step forward asking how/where they can help provide humanitarian relief in Ukraine and the surrounding countries. […]
Nominate your company for driving societal progress
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Citizens Awards honor businesses for doing good. Categories include education, community improvement, disaster response, […]
Contribute to the Annual Survey of Manufactures (ASM)
The Annual Survey of Manufactures (ASM) provides the best measure of current U.S. manufacturing industry outputs, inputs, operating status, and […]
Elected officials begin eyeing workforce challenges
Conversations among senators, agency budget requests, and a plethora of proposed federal and state legislation, all point to increased emphasis […]
May ’22 at-a-glance … energy
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking feedback on its proposal to amend test procedures for walk-in coolers/walk-in freezers […]
May ’22 at-a-glance … taxes, tariffs & trade
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has begun the mandatory review of Lists 1 and 2 of the Section 301 tariffs […]
May ’22 at-a-glance … supply chain
A recent survey of Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) members found that supply chain issues are profoundly impacting their […]