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Category: News
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Lift off for NABERS embodied carbon tool
The much-anticipated NABERS Embodied Carbon rating tool has been launched at the EEC Buildings Energy Performance Summit in Melbourne. The tool will enable eligible new buildings and partial rebuilds to measure, verify, and compare their upfront embodied carbon with similar buildings. The launch is a major step forward in getting to grips with embodied carbon […]
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Lifecycle refrigerant management takes centre stage
A large Australian delegation attended MOP36, and provided important updates on lifecycle refrigerant management.
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Standards Australia appoints new CEO
Standards Australia has appointed Rod Balding as its new CEO, coming from roles in the finance, commercial, and risk management sectors.
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Lidia Morawska wins Planetary Health Award
Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska has won the 2024 Planetary Health Award from the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.
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Cold Logic launches high-performance test chamber
Cold Logic has unveiled an Adelaide facility equipped to test the performance of defence equipment in extreme temperatures.
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R U OK? launches “Be a mate” campaign
Young workers have highlighted the life changing role played by their mates in a series of lived experience interviews with R U OK?.
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Van Tang appointed to GHD leadership role
Van Tang has been appointed GHD’s new chief executive officer for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, effective December 1, 2025.
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Victoria announces new building watchdog
In response to concerns about failures in the VBA and other regulatory bodies, the Victorian government has announced a new commission.
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Electrical work to be cut out of HVAC&R training?
Proposed changes to RAC training could stop technicians performing electrical work that is currently part of their job.
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Static electricity could run AC
Researchers at RMIT have created an invention from waste polystyrene that generates static electricity from motion and wind.
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Government responds to feedback on VEU program
In response to feedback from installers and customers, the Victorian government is proposing amendments to the VEU program.
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Coalition plans 10-year freeze on NCC
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has unveiled a suite of policies aimed at boosting housing supply in Australia, including a commitment to freeze changes to the National Construction Code for 10 years. This would reduce costs by halting further requirements for energy efficiency, safety and amenity in new houses. Certainty for builders “At a time of […]
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PFAS update for Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
The National Health and Medical Research Council has released a draft guidance on PFAS as part of the national guidelines.
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Vale Alan Obrart, a true AIRAH legend
AIRAH is sad to inform members that former president and James Harrison Medallist Alan Obrart, L.AIRAH, has passed away aged 83.
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Report: Insufficient action on hearing damage
Hearing Australia has published research indicating that 25 per cent of Australians know someone suffering workplace-related hearing damage.
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Researchers create artificial plants that capture indoor carbon
Researchers at Binghamton University are developing their research into artificial indoor plants that can produce oxygen and generate power.
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FMANZ offers compelling case for improving IAQ
FMANZ has released a report that presents a compelling economic case for improving IAQ in New Zealand’s buildings.
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Victoria’s energy incentive scheme powers ahead
The Victorian government is proposing changes to the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, including an extension of the term of the program, stronger enforcement powers for the regulator, and more flexibility around certificates. Under the VEU program, households and businesses can access incentives to install energy-efficient appliances. In 2023, the program was updated to support […]
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Governor-General announces patronage of FPA Australia
The Governor-General of Australia recently announced that she has accepted Fire Protection Association Australia’s invitation of patronage.
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Bob Ellis, F.AIRAH, announces retirement
After more than 50 years working in the Australian HVAC&R industry, Bob Ellis, F.AIRAH, has announced his retirement.