2020 dinner winnersNominations are now open for the Institute of Refrigeration’s (IOR) awards which recognise the achievements of some of the industry’s most talented and exceptional individuals at various stages of their career whether they are researchers, innovators, or service engineers. To find out more about the types of awards and how to nominate, visit the awards page on our web site.

 

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About the IOR

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. 

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What we do

23 Apr 2026

Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new  technologies and professional development.

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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.

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Progression and Upskilling Strategy for Workforce Development

24 Aug 2026

Over the next 12 to 18 months, the IOR Industry Skills Alliance working group on Skills, Qualifications and CPD will work to develop a suite of short, stackable regulated qualifications, creating clearer upskilling and progression routes into RACHP careers.

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Update on 2025 Ban on Single Split Air-Conditioning Systems with a GWP of more than 750

24 Aug 2026

The Environment Agency has updated its guidance regarding the interpretation of Point 15 of Annex III to Regulation (EU) No. 517/2014 on fluorinated greenhouse gases.

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