19 Jun 2025
The IOR participated in the Reef-UKC Research Network Workshop last week, delivering a keynote on the shift to environmentally-friendly refrigerants.
Talking about the keynote Dermot Cotter FInstR said "As the UK strives toward its Net Zero targets, the refrigeration industry faces mounting challenges—including rising ambient temperatures and the adoption of new technologies. While the ultimate goal is net zero cooling, harnessing waste heat from refrigeration systems offers a valuable opportunity to support low-carbon heating. However, the shift to environmentally friendly refrigerants introduces concerns around flammability, toxicity, high pressures, and in some cases, increased energy consumption. This session explored the properties of these refrigerants, evaluated the associated safety and performance challenges, and highlighted the technologies and regulatory frameworks that enable sustainable refrigeration system design."
15 Jul 2025
How will rising temperatures reshape our homes and cities? Join us at Adaptation 2025 for a topical keynote by Dr Ruth Wood (PhD) of Manchester University, focusing on what rising temperatures mean for homes and cities.
14 Jul 2025
IOR President Lisa-Jayne Cook FInstR was invited to discuss the increasing number of homes equipped with air conditioning on BBC Leicester's Breakfast Show.
10 Jul 2025
The IOR’s RACHP EngTech Section is proud to announce the launch of an innovative mobile technician’s app, now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
9 Jul 2025
From intermediate PH diagrams to coldroom sizing and equipment selection, the library of IOR Masterclasses keeps growing! Watch the recordings anytime, anywhere on the IOR webinar channel.
9 Jul 2025
Make sure you get your application form in by 1st August to stand for the IOR’s Trustees Elections held in the autumn.