28 Sep 2022
Towards a Circular Economy (Download Latest Version - September 2022) A circular economy is one in which resources are circulated and used for as long as technically and economically feasible, a whole systems approach is used to increase resource efficiency and end-of-life materials are recycled and reclaimed. This policy brief explores the challenges of developing a circular economy for the RACHP sector where most products and equipment that are in use or coming to end-of-life were not designed for circularity. The brief covers topics such as increasing resource efficiency through design, extending product life, materials recycling and reclamation and systems thinking/energy efficiency.
This is the latest in the IOR series of Policy Briefs designed to support users of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technologies to achieve carbon reduction through effective policy implementation, financial incentives, and emissions monitoring.
Our objective is to provide policymakers with
Each paper covers a different topic related to the critical issues and ambitions identified in the Beyond Refrigeration Template.
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.
8 Jul 2025
The revised EN378 standard is now open for public consultation until 26 August 2025.
5 Jul 2025
We are delighted to announce that the IOR Refrigeration Lego Kit has been shortlisted in the Campaign of the Year Category at the Cooling Awards.