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Category: News
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UniSA and Glaciem make CO2 refrigeration breakthrough
The University of South Australia and Glaciem have built an indirect evaporative (dew point) carbon dioxide (DP-CO2) refrigeration system.
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ARC introduces instant licence renewals
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has implemented a new automated licence renewal process designed to streamline applications.
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New commission to track net zero progress
The NSW government has established an independent, expert commission to monitor, review and report on the state’s progress towards its emissions reduction targets. These include a 50 per cent reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, a 70 per cent reduction by 2035, and net zero emissions by 2050. The Net Zero Commission will […]
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Researchers create biodegradable aerogel with more than 100 per cent solar reflectivity
A team of researchers from Sichuan University in China has developed an aerogel that has a reflectivity of 104 per cent.
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New leader for Plasma Shield
Ben Gill, Affil.AIRAH, has been named as Plasma Shield’s new Chief Executive Officer, replacing Dr Chris McGowan.
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Waste heat – a wasted opportunity?
An Australian research initiative focusing on waste heat recently held its inaugural workshop at QUT in Brisbane.
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Camfil moves to new Melbourne HQ
Camfil Australia has relocated its head office to a larger, more modern office space as part of the company’s strategic growth plan.
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Meet Abraham Corona, AIRAH’s new Industry Impact Manager
AIRAH has appointed Abraham Corona, M.AIRAH, as the Institute’s new Industry Impact Manager, taking over from Brendan Pejkovic.
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Gold medal backflip: Olympics to provide air conditioning
The US team is the latest to announce that it will provide air conditioning for athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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Stewardship award for ARCtick compliance announced
DCCEEW and ARC have introduced a new award to recognise ARCtick licensed businesses that are compliant at first audit.
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Lack of demand and skills impacting Britain’s great gas boiler replacement
The UK’s desire to replace gas boilers with heat pumps is being adversely affected a lack of consumer demand and a shortage of workers.
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ASHRAE launches decarbonisation centre of excellence
ASHRAE has announced a new Center of Excellence for Building Decarbonization (CEBD) that will aim to accelerate the adoption of climate change mitigation policies and reinforce ASHRAE’s commitment to achieving net zero GHG emissions in operation for all new buildings by 2030.
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Queensland offering free tools for first-years
The Queensland government is offering a rebate of up to $1,000 for first-year apprentices to cover the cost of tools.
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UNSW scientists fighting PFAS
A team of scientists at UNSW Sydney have developed a catalyst system that can break down the PFAS chemicals that contaminate water.
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Registrations open for Professional Diploma in Building Services
AIRAH has announced the opening of early-bird registrations for its Professional Diploma in Building Services – HVAC&R.
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ARENA funds renewable energy solutions for businesses
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is funding studies to help businesses incorporate renewable energy solutions.
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Could concrete function as a battery?
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have found a way to make a “concrete battery”.
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NABERS launches emission factors database
NABERS has launched its national emission factors database for measuring the embodied carbon of buildings in Australia.
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Solar panel recycling plant coming to NSW?
Energy provider AGL and solar panel recycling company ElecSome are looking to establish a solar panel recycling plant in New South Wales.
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Eyes on commercial and industrial refrigeration
The federal government has opened public consultation on options to reduce the use of high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants in the commercial and industrial refrigeration sector.