Willow Aliento
Willow has been a journalist and editor in the construction, engineering, sustainability and design sectors for nearly two decades. Based in Wiradjuri Country, she is also a qualified environmental scientist.
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Beating the heat on high rise sites
On Tokyo’s tallest construction project, Carrier Japan is partnering with lead contractor, Shimizu Corporation, to help workers stay cool as they deliver the 385m tall Torch Tower.
Global reach, local innovation
In a global economy where air conditioners look the same in the eyes of the customer, whether they’re in Uttar Pradesh, Ulan Bator or Ulladulla, leading air conditioning manufacturer Daikin makes a strong case for localisation.
Adam Morgan shines in Shanghai
Australia’s HVAC&R Skillaroo for 2026, Adam Morgan, has been recognised with a Medal for Excellence at WorldSkills in Shanghai.
Warning bells for supply chains
Latest updates from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) indicate El Niño is now established, and experts including the Asian Development Bank are warning the escalating event could have major impacts on global supply chains.
Saharan ants inspire cooling breakthrough
In 2016, the founders of Hong Kong-based climate technology company i2Cool began researching passive radiative cooling technology, gathering inspiration from Saharan silver ants. A decade later, their products are helping human communities beat extreme heat.
A TV reno show we can relate to
Forget the typical opulent bathrooms and gleaming expanses of stone kitchen benchtops – this new renovation show is all about the science of energy, thermal comfort and passive performance.
IAQ26: That’s a wrap
AIRAH’s Indoor Air Quality Conference (IAQ26) in Cairns brought together the experts, the advocates and the problem-solvers to advance the cause of healthy indoor environments.
High-energy coalition launch Electrify Australia
More than 30 organisations have joined forces to launch the Electrify Australia campaign, with the public kick-off held at Parliament House in Canberra.
The Kigali climb – Managing risk in Australia’s ongoing refrigerant transition
The 10-year milestone of the Kigali Amendment is a fitting moment to reflect on the HFC phase-down journey so far – and what lies ahead. For Australia, this means re-examining key policy settings and industry practices relating to refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP) to ensure early progress is matched by future successes.
World Ozone Day: marking a decade of the Kigali amendment
September 16 marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol. In 2026, with the theme “Global action for a cooler planet”, the international community reflects on a decade of progress.
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