The XXI European Conference organized by Centro Studi Galileo took place on June 12-13, 2025, at Politecnico di Milano, bringing together industry experts, policymakers, and researchers to discuss advancements, regulatory changes, and technological innovations in refrigeration and air conditioning systems. The conference was held under the auspices of UNEP, IIR, AREA, REI, and ATF. Introduction to the Topics Key topics covered were refrigerants, global and European RAC situations, the cold chain, innovative technologies, equipment and components, F-Gas regulation, energy

Partner's material Electricity prices continue to reach record highs, putting additional pressure on sectors that rely heavily on cold storage for their daily operations. When combined with outdated infrastructure and a lack of regular maintenance, the result is a significant increase in energy costs that directly impacts business profitability. Despite the current energy challenges, there are still many ways to reduce consumption and enhance the performance of refrigeration facilities. At Kavidoors, we help companies achieve this by focusing on two key aspects: system efficiency and

Partner's material Secop, a leading expert in advanced hermetic compressor technologies and cooling solutions, has introduced a groundbreaking advancement in ultra-low temperature (ULT) refrigeration with its new ULT Condensing Unit featuring the MS18UVULTM variable-speed drive (VSD) R290/R170 compressor. This innovation is set to significantly improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of medical cooling, particularly for highly sensitive substances like vaccines. The medical sector critically relies on ULT refrigeration for the secure storage, transport, and handling