Beyond Refrigeration is an IOR initiative to lead users of cooling equipment towards net zero heating and cooling. The IOR has today published for consultation two Policy Papers on key aspects highlighted in the Beyond Refrigeration Template as recommendations for national policy, legislation, and incentives.   

The first two areas for recommended policy development are currently available for consultation by members until 23rd November.  Please submit any comments here addressed to The Environment Committee. Submit your comments here

  • The ambition for "Heating and Cooling" is summarised in this draft paper, together with proposed policy options to support the necessary change by users. Download the Heating and Cooling draft policy brief. 
  • The ambition for “Developing the Best People and Skills” is expanded upon in this paper. addressing the knowledge and skills required to achieve net zero for those using, designing, installing, servicing, maintaining, commissioning, and decommissioning heating and cooling equipment.  Download the Education and Skills draft policy brief.
 

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