7 Jul 2026
We’re delighted to share that the IOR has been shortlisted for four categories at the RAC Cooling Awards, a recognition made possible entirely through the dedication and hard work of our members.
Our shortlistings include:
❄️ Campaign of the Year – IOR Industry Skills Alliance
❄️ Collaboration of the Year – 1st IIR Conference on Refrigeration Adapting to Rising Temperature (2025)
❄️ Team of the Year – Delivery of the same landmark conference
❄️ Collaboration of the Year – 10th Anniversary of the IOR Women in RACHP Network, celebrating a decade of championing diversity, inclusion, and STEM pathways
At the heart of each nomination is the exceptional contribution of our members, volunteers who give their time, expertise, and energy to advance education, address environmental challenges, and raise the profile of the RACHP sector. These shortlistings are a testament to their commitment and collaborative spirit.
A huge thank you to everyone involved. We’ll be keeping everything crossed for awards night on 24 September, and good luck to anyone who has been shortlisted!
23 Apr 2026
The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here.
23 Apr 2026
Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
23 Apr 2026
When you become a member of the Institute of Refrigeration you are joining a group of specialist experts driving the sector forward.
23 Jul 2026
The next IOR Industry Skills Alliance in-person meeting will be held in London on 24th September. Join us to help us progress in our key areas, which include strengthening apprenticeship and T Level pathways, shaping qualification design, expanding STEM and early engagement activity, and increasing the number of young people entering the profession.
22 Jul 2026
Andrea Voigt has been announced as a keynote speaker for the 2026 IRC Business Briefing, Securing the Future of RACHP in a Volatile Electricity Market. Her presentation will examine the true cost of maintaining an energy system amid the commercial risks of rising electricity volatility, while also highlighting the opportunities created through early adaptation and investment.