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Air Conditioning

IEA warns El Niño could accelerate global cooling demand

Cooling could add 1,600 TWh by 2035 under current policies, increasing pressure on power systems as air-conditioner adoption rises.

Today
Data Centres

Mitsubishi Electric to Establish IT Cooling Plant in Ohio

A USD 30 million facility conversion will support production from April 2027, shorter lead times and a future liquid-cooling lineup.

Yesterday
Heat Pumps

Carrier launches major U.S. field trial of battery-enabled HVAC systems

The pilot pairs variable-speed heat pumps with battery storage across four climate zones, with EPRI assessing load-shifting and emissions potential.

Yesterday
Components

Pentair to acquire Taco, expand U.S. hydronic HVAC offering

The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026 and deliver $30 million in run-rate cost synergies.

Yesterday
Chillers

Carrier upgrades AquaEdge 19XR chiller for low-GWP refrigerants

The two-stage unit delivers up to 10 MW of capacity, COP 6.6 and a choice of R-1234ze, R-513A or R-515B.

Yesterday
Chillers

Rhoss expands MidiPACK-PI R290 range with two new sizes

The full-inverter units broaden capacity options for commercial and multi-family installations and energy retrofits.

Yesterday
CO₂

15 Years of Panasonic CO2 Refrigeration as EU HFC Supply Tightens

Japanese tests found its CO2 systems cut freezer energy use by 25.4% and total CO2 emissions by 67% versus R404A inverter units.

Yesterday
CO₂

LFB Group invests in Portugal’s KoolSys

The deal adds transcritical CO2 rack expertise and supports LFB Group's plans for an integrated European HVAC and refrigeration platform.

Yesterday
North America

ACCA launches Legacy Builders for U.S. HVACR business owners

The year-long program combines workshops, virtual labs and peer mentorship to help contractors scale operations and plan for succession.

30 Jul 2026
North America

ASHRAE unveils Washington decarbonization conference program

Sessions will explore electrification, embodied carbon, geothermal systems, waste heat recovery and coordinated building performance standards.

30 Jul 2026
Components

Sanhua Expands SEK Kit Portfolio with New Models

The additions broaden refrigeration system compatibility while simplifying superheat control selection and installation.

30 Jul 2026
Cold Chain

Carrier launches [R]eCool trailer battery system across Europe

The transferable system supports retrofits, hybrid operation and second-life use in stationary energy applications.

30 Jul 2026