EU to Present European Heatwave Plan Focused on Cooling and Preparedness
A new climate resilience framework will assess risks in 100 vulnerable territories and cover energy-efficient cooling technologies.
BCA study finds alternative cooling can cut Singapore building energy use
Passive displacement and hybrid cooling systems can reduce cooling energy use by 30% to 50% while maintaining thermal comfort.
Daikin Highlights Inverter ACs, Heat Pumps and Refrigerant Collection
At COP31, interactive scenarios will show how equipment choices and refrigerant management can reduce building lifecycle emissions.
AHRI reports 20.1% rise in U.S. cooling equipment shipments
Combined central air conditioner and air-source heat pump shipments reached 5.63 million units through July, up 5.5% year over year.
Sensata launches R290 P+T sensor for EV thermal management
The combined pressure and temperature device targets leakage control, system performance and safe operation across electrified vehicle platforms.
Beijer Ref acquires 75% stake in Greek HVAC distributor FG Europe
The deal broadens Beijer Ref's reach across the Balkans, UK, Ireland and Turkey, with FG Europe continuing under its own brand.
Arkema highlights cool roof coatings for lower cooling demand
Acrylic and PVDF layers maintain solar reflectivity, with a French airport project cutting air-conditioning electricity use by 21%.
CAREL completes acquisition of Cotes dehumidification business
The deal adds energy-efficient adsorption dehumidification technology to CAREL's HVAC and refrigeration controls portfolio.
Solstice Introduces R-1234yf Retrofit for 100 Million R-134a Car Systems
The three-step process uses existing workshop equipment, with components to be distributed through European aftermarket channels.
LG Expands ThinQ UP Software Upgrades to 37 European Countries
Planned ThinQ app updates include coordinated energy controls and a Fireplace Mode for compatible ARTCOOL and DUALCOOL AI models.
Chilling Prospects 2026 highlights cooling access gaps amid rising heat mortality
The assessment urges investment in reliable power, passive design and efficient equipment across 77 heat-exposed countries.
VDKF Survey Shows Stable German Refrigeration Sector in 2026
Order backlogs rose to 13 weeks, while skilled-labor shortages and tighter F-gas quotas pose mounting challenges for contractors.
Insights on Air Conditioning
KARYER Leaves a Strong Impact at MCE 2026
Partner's material KARYER participated in Mostra Convegno 2026, one of the most significant meeting points of the HVAC&R industry, held in Milan, Italy, from March 24-27, 2026. The exhibition showcased the latest innovations and engineering solutions in heating, cooling, ventilation, and air conditioning technologies to industry professionals. Throughout the event, KARYER had the opportunity to
From Food Security to Energy Efficiency: CIVUFA 2025 Defines Africa’s Refrigeration Priorities
Refrigeration has emerged as a strategic pillar for sustainable development in Africa, influencing food security, public health, energy efficiency, and job creation. This priority was strongly underscored at the first International Conference on the Popularization of Refrigeration in Africa (CIVUFA), held on November 12, 2025, in Ouagadougou. Gathering nearly 300 participants from 23 countries, the
Stephen Gill on World Refrigeration Day and His Industry Journey
By Ilana Koegelenberg Stephen Gill, founder of World Refrigeration Day and newly appointed Head of Industry Insights for HVAC Europe at Haier, discusses how a chance encounter led to a 45-year career and ultimately sparked a global movement to raise awareness of the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump sector. Refrigeration Industry (Ri):