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Tag: energy efficiency
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Is HVAC&R becoming a two-speed market?
Global research and consulting organisation BSRIA’s latest publications suggests the global cooling and heat pump market is showing signs of pressure.
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Cool Coalition addresses meltdown risks
Residential air conditioning is a growing share of peak energy demand globally. Ensuring grids don’t go into meltdown as a result is the mission of a new alliance launched at the Sustainable Buildings and Construction Summit (SBCS26).
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Appliance efficiency policies slashing emissions
Efforts to establish energy efficiency policies and minimum energy performance standards for equipment including lighting, air conditioning and consumer appliances are set to mitigate gigatonnes of carbon emissions.
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HVAC&R turns policy into practice
At ARBS 2026, speakers from across the globe are shining a light on the essential nature of HVAC&R, and its pivotal role in decarbonising the built environment, enabling social progress and protecting human health.
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Carbon credit payoff for HVAC upgrades
A Japan-based climate tech start-up has invented a way to turn smart HVAC into a new income stream via tradeable carbon credits.
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Federal government releases data centre expectations
The Australian government has announced five key “expectations” for data centres, which it says will ensure their development aligns with Australia’s national interests.
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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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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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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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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.
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Camfil filter maintains WELL certification
Camfil Australia’s Opakfil ES V-Bank air filter has maintained its Works with WELL designation.
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Louvreclad launches Aerion Series vertical performance louvre
Australian company Louvreclad has released its independently tested Aerion Series vertical performance louvre, which is a finalist in the 2025 AIRAH National Awards.
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GBCA launches updated Green Star tool
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released its Green Star Buildings v1.1 rating tool, which strengthens action on carbon, nature and circular economy while simplifying delivery for project teams.
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More seed funding for Conry Tech
Australian HVAC start-up Conry Tech has raised a further $3 million in seed funding, taking its total funding to $13 million.
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AIRAH and FMA announce Reshaping Existing Buildings Conference
The inaugural iteration of Reshaping Existing Buildings will take place in Melbourne from June 3–4, 2026.
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Global experts unite at Building Simulation 2025
The 2025 Building Simulation Conference – co-hosted by IBPSA Australasia and AIRAH – brought the world’s brightest minds in the built environment to Brisbane for a week of vital, future-focused discussions.
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The case for modernising residential cooling expectations
Darren Bee calls for changes to the National Construction Code, including making multi-zoning cooling/heating systems compulsory in new builds.
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Ziehl-Abegg releases new generation fan unit
The company says its new ZAplus fan unit has enhanced bionic features that reduce noise and energy consumption.
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ABB launches integrated motor drive solution
ABB has launched the LV Titanium, a plug-and-play variable speed motor platform designed to enhance energy efficiency.
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Building confidence in performance prediction
Team Catalyst Director PC Thomas makes the case for an accreditation scheme for professionals working in building performance simulation.