OSAKA -- Daikin Industries will spend roughly 30 billion yen, or $230 million, to build a Mexican plant for energy-efficient air conditioners to be sold in the U.S.
Japanese manufacturer expands capacity to meet rising U.S. demand

Daikin's factory in suburban Houston. The U.S. is expected to phase in tougher energy efficiency regulations for air conditioners under President Joe Biden.
OSAKA -- Daikin Industries will spend roughly 30 billion yen, or $230 million, to build a Mexican plant for energy-efficient air conditioners to be sold in the U.S.