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An international team of scientists has developed a biodegradable material that could reduce cooling demand.
AIRAH CEO Sami Zheng, Affil.AIRAH, reflects on residential energy efficiency and the important role HVAC can play.
Specialized Control Solutions Australia (SCSA) has been appointed a Reliable Controls authorised dealer in New South Wales.
The NSW Net Zero Commission is seeking public comment to help shape the climate change and adaptation advice it gives to the NSW government.
Refrigerants Australia has released a draft statement containing information on the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
William Lane, F.AIRAH, makes the case for how formal accreditation could improve commissioning practices across Australia’s HVAC and building services sectors.
Louise Belfield investigates recent problems with pair coil that have caused frustration and financial losses for Australian fridgies.
As part of its gas substitution roadmap, the Victorian government has announced new building electrification regulations, new minimum energy efficiency standards for rental homes, and funding for manufacturing of heat pumps.
ASHRAE has announced its new president, officers and directors.
From July 1, 2025, Australia is implementing a general ban on the import and manufacture of multi-head split and VRF systems that use refrigerant with a global warming potential (GWP) over 750 and have a refrigerant charge of 2.6kg or less.
The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) has released further details of how it will be expanded to existing homes.
ASHRAE and the International Code Council have announced a second round of public review on the proposed Standard 240P.
The IEA SHC Solar Academy and the International Solar Energy Society (ISES) invite Australian HVAC&R professionals to join a free webinar offering actionable knowledge on solar power.
The Victorian government is reviewing the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019 and is giving engineers, industry bodies and other stakeholders the opportunity to provide input.
Honeywell has announced the launch of the AI-powered Honeywell Connected Solutions.
Visitor registration is now open for ARBSQLD, which will take place in Brisbane from August 27–28.
The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has published a new study into the value of pre-apprenticeship programs.
AIRAH is sad to inform members of the passing of Bev Hince, L.AIRAH, on Wednesday, June 4.
Professional registration schemes have been rolling out across the country, but the regime in New South Wales remains something of an outlier. Calls are now growing to bring it into line with other jurisdictions.
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has released information about the allocation of non-grandfathered HFC import quotas for 2026–27.