A 360-degree view of commercial refrigeration includes issues such as energy efficiency, equipment reliability and safety, environmental protection and the economy.

It is a living document that will be updated as legislation is adopted.

The full day event will also cover the latest in energy efficient technologies.

The $210 million Peter Doherty Institute accommodates around 700 scientists.

The rating represents best practice in sustainable building operations.

Ignition of R32 is difficult even if it is attempted intentionally.

Figures show a 41 per cent reduction in fatalities.

In China solar investment reached a new record of $12.2 billion, more than 22 per cent of global clean energy investment over the quarter.

The government expects its new initiatives to generate $126 billion worth of investment across the country.

A total of 27 information sessions will begin on November 5, 2014.

The trend is towards smaller batches of production, customised products, rapid prototyping and agile manufacturing processes.

The ISO has published more than 19,500 international standards.

A presentation dinner will be held in Brisbane on November 27, 2014.

An additional $25 million will be made available from July 1, 2015 for carbon capture and storage research and development.

The next opportunity is Life Cycle Assessment.

Some delegates called for a greater focus on mechanical design issues.