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UMaine student develops wood-fiber foam for cooler insulation

Testing found thermal conductivity comparable to polyurethane, while work continues on durability, strength and encapsulation.

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Europe

Daikin America and Claros Advance PFAS Destruction Technology

Commercial tests treated more than 170,000 gallons of process water and achieved 99.99% PFAS destruction, the companies said.

Today
Commercial Refrigeration

SYCLEF expands Italian refrigeration network in sixth strategic move

Naples-based SD SYSTEM will retain its leadership team while gaining access to the group’s network and shared services.

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Refrigerants

ARC continues administering Australia’s RAC permit scheme

Existing licences, permits and approvals remain valid as the National EPA takes over regulation of the scheme.

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Heat Pumps

European Heat Pump Market Returns to Growth

Sales across 13 EU states reached 2.34 million units in 2025, with early 2026 data showing continued gains despite cost and workforce barriers.

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Refrigerants

Real Alternatives Brings Advanced Refrigerant Training to Netherlands

The five-day course will cover flammable refrigerants, CO2 and ammonia, while launching joint training with the SKILLSAFE EU project.

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Refrigerants

ABRAVA tracks Montreal Protocol talks affecting Brazil’s HVACR sector

Funding needs, illegal-trade controls and atmospheric monitoring emerged as key issues ahead of MOP38 in Rwanda.

Yesterday
Air Conditioning

Clivet introduces R32 VRF CVT9 heat pump outdoor units

The commercial range delivers up to 90 kW with paired modules, plus SCOP values up to 4.9 and SEER values up to 8.6.

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Components

Danfoss raises nominal flows in AB-QM size L valves

The expanded range lowers differential pressure requirements and supports smaller actuators for HVAC, data center and district cooling systems.

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Regulations

AREA calls for timely EPBD implementation across EU member states

Clear guidance, compliance checks, skills investment and coordinated administration are seen as vital to deliver the directive’s benefits.

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Digital & AI

MOON-TECH backs China student competition on AI refrigeration

Teams from 31 universities presented projects assessed for innovation, feasibility, commercial potential and on-site performance.

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Air Conditioning

LG reports emissions below target, advances low-GWP cooling

The company cut per-unit use-phase emissions across seven product categories by 22.5% from 2020, surpassing its 2030 goal.

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