Events, 08 November 2024
World Refrigeration Day 2024, themed "Temperature Matters," will be celebrated globally on June 26th, marking the birthday of physicist Sir William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907). Established on July 9, 2018, this annual event unites industry trade associations and professional bodies worldwide to highlight the critical role that refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heat-pump (RACHP) technologies play in modern life. The day aims to raise public awareness about how these technologies improve daily life and contribute significantly to the well-being of society.
Refrigeration, used in its broadest sense to describe the process of achieving and maintaining a required temperature below its surroundings, is essential for food preservation, thermal comfort, and various industrial processes. Despite its significant impact, the contributions of the RACHP industry often go unrecognized.
World Refrigeration Day encourages organizations and professionals across the globe to undertake activities that showcase the indispensable nature of refrigeration technology. Support for this initiative comes from associations and societies in the USA, India, Pakistan, the Philippines, Thailand, Australia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
The establishment of this day has been championed by industry leader Steve Gill, who highlighted the long and rich history of refrigeration and the consensus-building efforts that led to the selection of June 26th. World Refrigeration Day serves as a platform to celebrate the advancements and achievements in the field, ensuring that the vital role of refrigeration, air-conditioning, and heat-pumps is acknowledged and appreciated by society at large.
Find out more on oficial website of the event.
Many companies and associations are preparing special events for this occasion around the world.
