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A research team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has unveiled the world’s first zero-degradation elastocaloric cooling device.
The federal government is set to introduce restrictions on R134a in vehicle air conditioning as part of Australia’s HFC phase down.
Global tech firm, SLB, will acquire heat exchange manufacturer, Kelvion, in a deal worth $US4.1 billion.
The Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will demonstrate smart building and smart city technologies for the first time outside of Japan.
ebm-papst A&NZ customers can expect better local support and faster access to new technology following yesterday’s announcement that Madison Air has agreed to acquire the German fan manufacturer for $US5.4 billion.
US company, Madison Air Solutions has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ebm-papst at an enterprise purchase price of $US5.4 billion.
The first Global HVACR Women Week will be held in October coinciding with CCN’s Women in HVACR Top 20 Showcase.
ADMARES, a leader in industrialised home-manufacturing technology, has formed a global partnership with Bosch Oceania that will be initially rolled out in Australia.
Wholesale electricity prices in Australia were about 45 per cent lower in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency’s mid-year update.
Mirvac has completed the electrification of EY Centre in George Street, Sydney, replacing gas-based systems with electric heating and hot water and using natural refrigerants to reduce environmental impact.
Since the federal government established Free TAFE in 2023 there have been more than 814,000 course enrolments.
Contractors who develop competency in smart HVAC controls, building management system integration, and energy-optimised design will be ahead of a growing market.
Refrigerant Reclaim Australia (RRA) explains how smarter cooling starts with responsible refrigerant recovery.
While the building sector accounts for 37 per cent of global carbon emissions, recent progress on the decarbonisation front has stalled.
