The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) is an independent registered charity run for the public benefit with a membership of over 2200 individuals reflecting the diversity of the refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump sector (RACHP).
Our sector is essential to the safe, reliable and efficient provision essential services in food production, distribution, storage and retail, industrial cooling processes in manufacturing, climate control in spaces, such as datacentres, IT rooms, offices, shops, leisure facilities and hospitality, as well as pharmaceutical and healthcare facilities, amongst others.
The Institute provides a central resource for people from all over the world to improve the application of refrigeration and allied fields for the general good of society with particular emphasis on environment, efficiency, safety and innovation.
Find out more about how the IOR operates and how are members are involved at every stage.
The Board of Trustees are elected and are responsible for effective governance of the IOR.
Find out how you can get more involved by sharing your expertise with IOR members.
The IOR works with local branches and societies in the UK
The IOR maintain links with national and international associations and institutes.
The IOR promotes individual achievement and innovation RACHP through awards.
Read more detail about how the IOR operates and the rules that govern our membership.
Read the latest published information here.
IOR Trustees are elected annually by ballot of members.