Carrier is going all-in on American manufacturing, announcing a jaw-dropping $1 billion investment over the next five years that promises to create 4,000 new jobs. The company revealed the news on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in a major push to expand production, build advanced facilities, and supercharge innovation across the U.S.
The move is being led by Carrier’s Chairman and CEO David Gitlin and comes alongside support from President Donald J. Trump, whose administration has focused on reviving domestic industry through targeted trade and tax policies.
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“We are building for the future by creating high-quality, skilled trade careers and empowering American workers to lead the next generation of manufacturing,” Gitlin said in the official announcement.
This massive investment will support expansion at existing facilities and the construction of a brand-new manufacturing site. It will also accelerate research and development in cutting-edge energy technologies like heat pumps, battery systems, and liquid cooling for data centers essential parts of Carrier’s fast-growing Home Energy Management System (HEMS).
Carrier Energy, an internal startup, will take the lead in developing advanced power solutions to make homes smarter and energy use more efficient. By boosting grid flexibility and reducing energy waste, these innovations are expected to keep Carrier at the forefront of clean energy tech.
While this billion-dollar move is a clear win for American manufacturing, it also comes with high expectations. Some may remember a similar promise from Carrier back in 2016, which fell short in protecting all the jobs it aimed to save. This time, with stronger government backing and a clearer plan, Carrier appears ready to follow through and reshape the future of U.S. industry in the process.
