Heating, Air-conditioning, & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) is a trade association representing wholesale distributors of HVACR equipment, parts, and supplies. Its mission is to advance the interests of HVACR distribution businesses through advocacy, education, market research, and industry collaboration.
HARDI typically advocates for policies affecting the HVACR industry, including energy efficiency standards, environmental and refrigerant regulations, building codes, tax policy, workforce development, supply chain issues, and small business regulatory reform.
Primarily funded through membership dues, conferences, industry events, and sponsorships.
Member companies include HVACR wholesale distributors and manufacturers; collaborates with industry groups such as ACCA and AHRI.
Non-profit trade association