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Category: News
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Report: 2024 was the hottest year on record
Climate scientists have confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year since records began, raising concerns for the 1.5°C barrier set by the Paris Agreement.
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Aurecon appoints Carter as Asia Chief Executive
Design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has announced the appointment of Gabe Carter as its new Chief Executive for Asia.
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New Zealand to strengthen refrigerant product stewardship
The New Zealand government is aiming to better manage synthetic refrigerants by drafting regulations for a product stewardship scheme.
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Beijer Ref Academy confirms dates for low-GWP and flammable refrigerants training roadshow
Beijer Ref Academy has confirmed the dates for its 2025 low-GWP and flammable refrigerants training roadshow, delivered with STC.
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Conry Tech raises $8.7 million in pre-seed funding
Conry Tech has announced the closure of a pre-seed round of funding that brings its total capital raised to $8.7m.
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Addressing the RAC skills shortage
In the wake of recent reports highlighting a shortage of RAC technicians in Australia, the ARC says it is addressing these challenges.
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Vale Derek Olsen
AIRAH is sad to inform members of the recent passing of Derek Olsen, an active AIRAH member and HVAC&R professional based in WA.
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ASHRAE releases IAQ guidelines for bushfire smoke
ASHRAE has published a new resource designed to safeguard indoor air quality (IAQ) during wildfire or bushfire events.
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UNSW working to mitigate heat vulnerability
Researchers from UNSW have created a national index to measure and then mitigate heat vulnerability in Australia’s towns and cities.
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Next step to establishing home energy ratings
Energy ministers have released Version 2 of the Home Energy Ratings Disclosure Framework, which sets out a national approach to implementing disclosure schemes. The framework defines: The second version of the framework has been developed in collaboration between Australian, state and territory governments, as well as industry and community group stakeholders. Energy Ministers also released […]
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First SA dual-qualified fridgies graduate
The first three students have graduated from South Australia’s new dual-qualification refrigeration and electrical course.
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CSIRO reaffirms nuclear not the answer
The CSIRO has released its 2024–25 GenCost report reaffirming that nuclear power is not the answer to Australia’s energy future.
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Falling short on 2030 renewable targets
The Climate Change Authority has released the 2024 Annual Progress Report, and Australia has plenty of work to do in order to lower emissions.
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Bitzer – Green Point and RMIT offer CO2 training
Bitzer – Green Point are partnering with RMIT to deliver essential skills in CO2 refrigeration and air conditioning training.
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MHIAA donates over $80,000 to HeartKids
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia (MHIAA) has raised over $80,000 for HeartKids Australia.
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Hot water heat pump working groups seek members
In July 2024, the Roadmap for Heat Pump Hot Water Systems (HPHWS) in Australia was released, outlining key actions to grow and strengthen the industry. To advance these goals, the Energy Efficiency Council, with support from the NSW and Victorian governments, established an Industry Consultative Group (ICG). The ICG supports collaboration between industry, governments, and […]
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Reliable Controls and IES Automation extend partnership
Reliable Controls and IES Automation have expanded their partnership, with IES now recognised as an authorised dealer in Brisbane.
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The human impact of poor indoor air quality
A new Australian report, recently launched at Parliament House, has highlighted the human impact of poor indoor air quality.
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Shepherd to guide Stiebel Eltron Australia
Stiebel Eltron Australia has announced that Nick Shepherd has taken over management of its Australian subsidiary, succeeding Andrew Whitney.
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Building and construction sector opposes NCC freeze
Stakeholders are calling on building ministers to reaffirm their commitment to the regular three-year review and update of the NCC.