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Category: News
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February–March issue of HVAC&R News out now
2026 is in full swing, with the first issue of the year now printed and available at wholesalers, TAFEs and RTOs around Australia.
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Updates to NABERS embodied carbon
NABERS has announced changes to its embodied carbon ratings tool.
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Like shelling pea(nut)s: UNSW researchers make graphene breakthrough
UNSW Sydney engineers have developed a cheaper and greener way to make graphene from leftover peanut shells.
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The path ahead for the VEU – industry webinars
Solar Victoria is running a series of industry webinars to provide an update on the VEU strategic review, including reporting key findings and laying out next steps.
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VEU signals changes for commercial and industrial heat pump incentives
Victoria’s Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) has announced potential revisions to the commercial and industrial heat pump activity available under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program.
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Dog days: how our best friends affect IAQ
A first-of-its kind study has found that dogs have a significant and often underestimated effect on indoor air quality (IAQ) in our homes.
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ASHRAE and UNEP approve new life-cycle refrigerant management plan
ASHRAE and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have approved a new two-year work plan titled Life Cycle Refrigerant Management (LCRM).
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Cert II training and impact – have your say
A new survey is open to gather views on the Certificate II course in in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems, including whether the content and delivery of the course is adequate, and what effect the qualification has had on industry.
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New studies explore causes and consequences of TFA accumulation
Research continues into increased levels of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in the environment, with refrigerants found to be a dominant source.
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QUT researchers use AI to optimise urban greening
Researchers from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have developed an AI-powered tool for optimising the location and type of urban greenery, potentially cooling cities by up to 3.5°C.
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IWBI launches two new WELL ratings
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has expanded its WELL program with two new ratings.
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New fire safety maintenance regs in NSW
Changes to fire safety maintenance requirements are now in effect for New South Wales, with important implications for HVAC&R practitioners.
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Report forecasts skyrocketing energy use in Australian data centres
A report authored by Baringa and commissioned by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) has found that data centres could use as much as 11% of Australia’s energy by 2035.
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Fundraising call as Linde machine moves to Geelong Showgrounds
Lex Chalmers OAM provides an update on the project to honour the legacy of Australian refrigeration pioneer James Harrison.
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HVAC&R tops earnings among Australian trade businesses
A new report from Tradify has found that HVAC&R businesses bring in the most revenue among all major Australian trades.
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Financial support extended for RAC apprentices and employers
The Australian government has announced an extension to incentive payments for employers and apprentices in priority and clean energy occupations, including refrigeration and air conditioning.
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NCC 2025 comes into focus
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has published the NCC 2025 preview, providing early access to the next edition ahead of its May 1 publication date.
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Opportunities and obstacles on the road to electrification
The first report from the EEC’s Commercial Buildings Electrification Roadmap project offers important insights for our decarbonisation journey.
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The quest for a better NCC
The Commonwealth government is seeking views on how Australia’s National Construction Code can be improved.
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Smart Energy Coalition calls for improved energy efficiency standards
A coalition of more than 100 businesses – including several from the HVAC&R sector – has penned an open letter calling for improved energy standards.