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Smart HVAC/R Systems: Convenience or Creepy?

January 27, 2026 by Chuck Labow Leave a Comment

Connected HVAC controller with cloud connectivity icons representing smart HVAC privacy and data collection concerns in the supply chain

The HVAC/R industry crossed a line without much debate. Smart HVAC privacy wasn't on the agenda when connected thermostats and cloud-based controllers became standard. The focus was efficiency, remote access, and fewer callbacks. But modern systems don't just control temperature. They collect data. Occupancy patterns, schedules, runtime behavior, user access logs. The equipment … [Read more...] about Smart HVAC/R Systems: Convenience or Creepy?

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