In collaboration with the Sponsors of Mass Save and a variety of HVAC/R Manufacturers and Distributors, ACA/NE is bringing you an insightful and crucial webinar to learn the latest developments, requirements, and opportunities that will impact the industry as of January 1st.
Wednesday, December 6th
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Webinar Hosted via Zoom
Mass Save Rebate Changes, ENERGY STAR® 6.1 Cold Climate Certification Requirements, and AHRI Product Rating Updates
Massachusetts is at the forefront of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives, and the HVAC/R industry plays a pivotal role in achieving the state's ambitious environmental goals. The Sponsors of Mass Save, a collaborative of Massachusetts' electric and natural gas utilities and energy efficiency service providers, have been a driving force in encouraging businesses and homeowners to adopt greener and more efficient HVAC/R technologies. Recent updates to the offers provided by the Sponsors of Mass Save are set to make an even greater impact, providing new incentives, rebates, and regulations for the industry. However, with those updates come changes and information contractors need to be privy to.

Some of those changes include new ENERGY STAR® 6.1 Cold Climate Certification requirements, which hinge on the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute's (AHRI) equipment ratings -- a lot of which are in the works now. With manufacturers and distributors present for this Webinar, they will be able to provide updates on where their equipment ratings stand and what you need to know moving into the New Year.
ACA/NE welcomes questions ahead of time! If you have anything specific you would like covered, please email Katie ahead of the Webinar.
​Registration
Members: No Cost!
Non-Members: $75.00 per person
ACA/NE is very pleased to offer this webinar at NO COST to members!
If you are not an ACA/NE Member and would like to become one, please contact Katie for more information.
Agenda
Moderator and Industry Experts
Welcome and Introductions
  • Opening remarks and introductions of the collaborating organizations
  • Overview of the importance of the HVAC/R industry's role in Massachusetts' environmental goals
Brief Overview of Mass Save
  • Mass Save's history and objectives
  • How the Program has influenced energy efficiency and sustainability in the state
Key Updates and Changes to the Mass Save Heating and Cooling Initiatives
  • Detailed presentation of the incentives and regulations for 2024
  • Discussion of the impact of these changes on contractors and businesses
ENERGY STAR® 6.1 Cold Climate and AHRI Equipment Ratings Updates
  • Explanation of the new ENERGY STAR ® Cold Climate 6.1 Requirements
  • Manufacturer and distributor equipment rating updates
  • Important notes on where and who contractors can contact for additional information
Q&A Session
  • Open floor for questions from attendees
The webinar will be moderated by Chris Morin from Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating and HVAC Pro Blog. He will be joined by a growing number of industry experts, who will be added as they are confirmed.
Industry Experts (as of December 6th)

David Ashley | Homans Associates + Bryant HVAC
Ed Bouchard | Emerson Swan
Jason Darrow | Mass Save
Peter Donati | ABCO + Daikin
Sean Gallagher | Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating
Steven Jaslowich | National Grid
Mia Lombardi | Eversource
Michele Metrano | Sweeney Rogers - Fuijitsu
​Art Osborn | FW Webb
Bill Robertson | LG HVAC
​Mike Talis | Bosch
Tom Teller | HeatSmart Alliance
Brad Walsh | WinSupply of Hingham
​Naomi Weisz | Mass Save