10 Aug 2023
The Institute of Refrigeration is now seeking nominations for the J & E Hall International Gold Medal, an award that recognises exceptional practical contributions to the realm of heating and cooling technology. This prestigious award welcomes nominations for both individuals or teams who have made remarkable strides in their field either nationally or internationally.
The IOR’s J & E Hall Gold Medal seeks to commend outstanding accomplishments achieved in various areas, including:
The recipient of this prestigious award will be presented with a medal and an accompanying £5,000 cash prize provided by J & E Hall at the IOR Annual Dinner on 22 February 2024 in London. The deadline for nominations is 1 October 2023.
The J & E Hall Gold Medal has earned a reputation as a pinnacle in the refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump industry, a recognition of those innovators who have shaped the course of the heating and cooling sector such as Gustav Lorentzen, Ole Fanger, and Forbes Pearson.
To find out more about the award eligibility and rules, download the nomination form.
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.
8 Jul 2025
The revised EN378 standard is now open for public consultation until 26 August 2025.
17 Jul 2025
The IOR was invited to a career fair at a South London to showcase career options in the RACHP sector.
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.