COP28). The final text, released on 13 December, avoided calling for the “phase out” of coal, oil and gas, as many nations had hoped. But it did stipulate the tripling of new investments in renewable energy and the “transitioning away” from ...

COP28), November 30, in Dubai. According to the COP28 President, Dr Sultan al Jaber, “We have a unique opportunity to deliver a significant collective response to the cooling challenge,” and the time to act is now. In recognition of the need for urgent ...

COP28 will offer a platform for the Montreal Protocol and the cooling community to enhance their visibility and promote climate action. The Ozone to Cool Zone pavilion intends to capitalise on its side events and networking opportunities to spread awareness,...

For the first time, the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP) on climate change, to be held in Dubai (United Arab Emirates) from 30 November to 12 December 2023, has made refrigeration (cold chain for food and health, air conditioning in particular) one of its priorities. The day of 5 December will be dedicated to refrigeration. To mark the occasion, a global cooling pledge will be launched, inviting governments to commit to reducing the impact of refrigeration on the environment as part...

COP28, the IIR's monthly newsletter features the views of experts on sustainability in various areas of refrigeration. Francis Semporé, Executive Director of ECREEE (ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency), points out that in the ...

COP28 and reinforced at COP29, the Global Cooling Pledge aims to cut cooling-related emissions by 68% by 2050. It promotes passive cooling design, super-efficient technologies, and climate-friendly refrigerants while prioritizing equitable access in line ...

COP28 and aims to mainstream sustainable cooling and buildings into national and subnational climate agendas. The 2025 theme, “Creating Resilient Communities with Better Buildings, Sustainable Cooling, and Smarter Materials,” reflects the dual focus ...

COP28 in 2023 and supported by over 70 governments and 80 organizations. The pledge aims to reduce cooling-related emissions by more than 60% by 2050 and includes targets across efficiency, refrigerant use, equitable access, and nature-based solutions....

COP28, has mobilized over 70 countries to make bold commitments to sustainable cooling. The Guidelines for Integrating the Cooling Sector into Nationally Determined Contributions aim to turn these pledges into action, supporting countries in achieving ...

COP28 in the UAE, seeks to redefine frozen food temperature standards and improve energy efficiency across the supply chain. As a leader in perishable goods transport, Emirates will contribute its expertise in handling and shipping to this initiative....