Many agree that rapid change and uncertainty in the North American HVAC and sheet metal contracting industries will be driven by economic fluctuations, industry structure and consolidation, regulatory shifts, labor availability, competition, market and social demands, and technological advancement. The 2022 Futures Study addresses all of these factors and more, providing members with a wide perspective on developing trends impacting the HVAC, Sheet Metal and Mechanical sectors and presenting directional information that contractors can operationalize long-term solutions.