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Author: Nick Johns-Wickberg
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US$10M prize for heat pump solutions
A US consortium is offering a prize pool of USD $10 million (AUD $15.2 million) for HVAC&R innovators to solve a New York dilemma.
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Updated ASHRAE standard highlights decarbonisation
The latest version of ASHRAE’s energy efficiency standard for existing buildings has expanded its scope to focus on building decarbonisation.
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EU Parliament approves HFC phase-out by 2050
In a historic vote on Tuesday, the European Parliament chose overwhelmingly to support rules that will ban HFCs by 2050.
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Cundall releases A-Z sustainability glossary
Global multi-disciplinary engineering and sustainability consultancy Cundall has released a glossary of sustainability terms.
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Scientists create most effective cooling material yet
A team of researchers has synthesised what appears to be the most effective solid-state cooling material ever discovered.
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NZ HVAC&R apprentice goes global
Jack Butler has been selected to represent New Zealand in the 47th WorldSkills International Competition in Lyon, France, in September 2024.
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WA releases sectoral emissions reduction strategy
The Western Australian government has released a plan to reduce emissions across seven sectors and achieve net zero by 2050.
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Study shows harmful greenhouse potential of HFOs
Research has found that three HFOs produce the extremely powerful greenhouse gas trifluoromethane (R23) when they react with ozone.
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AIRAH Awards 2023: Benmax wins Excellence in Sustainability gong
NSW-based mechanical services provider Benmax has received the Excellence in Sustainability honour at the AIRAH Awards 2023.
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Mobile cooling hub offers relief to those doing it tough
A pilot project run by the University of Sydney will provide respite for people experiencing homelessness during extreme heat events.
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AIRAH Awards 2023: Unimelb and USYD share research honour
The University of Sydney and the University of Melbourne have shared the research honours at the AIRAH Awards 2023.
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AIRAH Awards 2023: Woolworths recognised for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion
Woolworths Group has won the award for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion at the AIRAH Awards 2023.
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University of Sydney launches HeatWatch app
The University of Sydney has launched a mobile app that calculates heat-related health risks across Australia.
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Westaflex to shut down in February 2024
Melbourne-based HVAC manufacturer Westaflex / Uniflex Australia Group will cease trading on February 28, 2024, after 49 years in business.
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Mitsubishi Heavy launches new Ciara series
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia has announced the launch of its innovative Ciara compact wall-mounted split system.
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Affluent suburbs losing their cool
Climate change appears to be eroding the “heat shield” that typically protects wealthy urban neighbourhoods from extreme temperatures.
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SafeWork urges employers to plan for sweltering summer
SafeWork NSW is calling on businesses to put plans in place to keep workers safe during heatwaves.
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Countries commit to Global Cooling Pledge
More than 60 countries have committed to the Global Cooling Pledge at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
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Registrations open for ARBS 2024
Registration is now open for ARBS 2024, Australia’s premier exhibition in the air conditioning, refrigeration, and building services industry.
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Unist launches TSL Fluid Applicator
Unist Australia – a company that provides lubrication solutions for the HVAC&R industry – has released its new TSL Fluid Applicator.