Member DashboardDriving understanding of pending certification requirement changes
In just over two years, all commercial refrigeration equipment currently certified to UL 412, 427, 471 and CSA 22.2 No. […]
DOE incorporates NAFEM feedback re: comparative analysis
In a recently released final rule that outlines the process for determining whether a new or proposed energy-efficiency standard is […]
U.S. considers tariffs on Canadian aluminum imports
The Trump administration is considering reimposing tariffs on aluminum imported from Canada, despite agreeing to drop the tariffs during negotiations […]
A look at the U.S. EPA
The EPA was established in 1970 by President Richard M. Nixon to “protect human health and the environment.” To do […]
Oregon proposes energy efficiency standards for appliances
Oregon’s Department of Energy (ODOE) held a public hearing July 23 on proposed energy efficiency standards for 10 appliance categories, […]
CAMMU responds to inquiry regarding Section 232 exclusion process
The Coalition of American Metal Manufacturers and Users (CAMMU), of which NAFEM is a member, provided feedback to the Department […]
NAFEM responds to EPA on how to consider the costs/benefits of Clean Air Act regulations
NAFEM has submitted comments supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed process to ensure that the costs and benefits […]
CARB discusses proposed refrigerant limits
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) held a webinar July 22 to discuss its proposal to limit the use of […]
NAFEM provides input to EPA re: listing of refrigerants for medium-temperature use
EPA recently closed the comment period for its NOPR to list refrigerants R-448 and R-449A and B for medium-temperature, stand-along […]
DOE extends comment period for test procedures for pre-rinse spray valves
The DOE has extended the comment period for whether it should amend test procedures for commercial pre-rinse spray valves. DOE […]
DOE/EPA priorities outlined in Unified Agenda
Each spring and fall, the U.S. government issues the Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions that identifies the near- […]
Washington HFC regulations in development
The Washington State Department of Ecology continues its work on Chapter 173-443 WAC, Hydrofluorocarbons. Until the new rule is final, […]