Cameroon Moves to Establish National Order for Refrigeration Professionals
The proposed body would mandate training, safety practices and regulatory oversight across the country’s ten regions.
U-3ARC Proposes African RAC Certification Framework at Chillventa 2026
The plan pairs a four-level competency framework with quality-assured assessments, digital credentials and mutual recognition across participating
SYCLEF Opens Refrigeration and HVAC Training Centre in France
The 750 m² facility offers small-group, hands-on courses covering refrigeration, HVAC, air handling and hydraulic systems.
Cool Training Brings Natural Refrigerant Training to Eight Countries
Hands-on sessions and a Nordfrost plant visit built skills in safe, efficient natural refrigerant handling and system operation.
UNIDO Promotes Industry Partnerships and Technical Skills at WorldSkills 2026
UNIDO's PPDP model links industry, governments and training providers, while new data maps 177 TVET initiatives across Africa.
ACCA Provides Online HVAC Training for Contractors and Their Teams
Live instructor-led sessions give members access to technical, operational and leadership development without the need for travel.
NASRC Opens Registration for Five CO2 and Propane Training Events in the US
The free R-TRADE series offers classroom and hands-on instruction for technicians at all experience levels.
New Zealand regulates synthetic refrigerant stewardship from 2027
The scheme will standardise tracking, recovery and destruction, with competency requirements for refrigerant handlers to follow from 2030.
AREA to address EU RAC training and certification at Chillventa 2026
The one-hour seminar will examine F-Gas implementation, alternative refrigerant safety and consistent skills standards across Europe.
IIR launches mentorship programme for RACHP professionals
The nine-month pilot will pair five early-career members with senior experts for monthly sessions focused on career development.
UNEP advances Africa’s HCFC phase-out and HFC reduction plans
Officials from 25 countries focused on enforcement, technician certification and low-GWP refrigerant safety ahead of key deadlines.
Bhutan and Ecuador advance Kigali Amendment goals
Training programmes support safer servicing, lower-GWP refrigerants and improved recovery and regeneration practices.