Press releases
As a voice for governments, industry and research in refrigeration, the IIR delivers position statements during international summits such as the UN conferences on climate change and ozone depletion.
These statements provide a synopsis of the strategic global stakes and future perspectives of the refrigeration sector worldwide.
In this section, you can also browse the latest press releases on the pioneering activities of the IIR and its international network.
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Statement from IIR Director General at COP13/MOP36
On the final day of COP13/MOP36, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 28 October to 1 November 2024, IIR Director General Yosr Allouche delivered IIR’s official statement to the Plenary.
- Publication date : 2024/11/27
- Subjects: Regulation
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IIR Conferences: Statement by the Director General
The Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration, Yosr Allouche, invites participants from around the world to join the upcoming IIR conferences, which are open to all.
- Publication date : 2024/11/27
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Launch of the AGRI-COOL website
The IIR is proud to announce the official launch of the AGRI-COOL website, which will provide a central access point for information on this pioneering project to address the challenges of food security, climate...
- Publication date : 2024/11/26
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At a time when the energy transition is at the top of the global agenda, the IIR is publishing a new Technical Brief on domestic hydrocarbon heat pumps. This strategic document...
- Publication date : 2024/11/21
- Subjects: Figures, economy
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Statement by Yosr Allouche, new Director General of the IIR
The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is pleased to announce the official nomination of Yosr Allouche as its new Director General. In this statement, she outlines her vision and aspirations for the...
- Publication date : 2024/10/17
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New Working Group: Cooling and Refrigeration Emissions and Energy Data Working Group (CREED)
IIR and UNEP-led Cool Coalition are excited to announce the formation of a new working group titled "Cooling and Refrigeration Emissions and Energy Data Working Group (CREED)"
- Publication date : 2024/06/27
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AGRI-COOL kicked off virtually!
On June 17th, 2024, the consortium partners of the new EU project AGRI-COOL, met for the Kick-Off meeting. This online meeting was hosted by the project coordinator Twente University with the participation of the 12 other partners,...
- Publication date : 2024/06/21
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Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP-28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (30 November - 12 December...
- Publication date : 2023/12/21
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A new technical guide on cold rooms
On the occasion of COP 28, the IIR and Efficiency for Access, with the contribution of ESMAP, have published a new guide. It aims to provide accessible and practical guidance to enable developers, owners,...
- Publication date : 2023/11/28
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Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during MOP 35
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 35th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP-35) in Nairobi, Kenya (octobre 23 –...
- Publication date : 2023/11/07
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Next Generation Cooling: World Refrigeration Day Announces 2023 Theme
Titled "Next Generation Cooling", the WRD 2023 campaign will focus on the future of cooling technology, the industry, the people working within it, and those that benefit from cooling.
- Publication date : 2023/05/27
- Subjects: Environment
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Paris, 11 May 2023 — Today, the International Network for Women in Cooling (INWIC) officially launched its web service, available at
- Publication date : 2023/05/11
- Subjects: General information
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Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during MOP 34
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 34th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP-34) in Montréal, Canada (octobre 31 –...
- Publication date : 2022/12/12
- Subjects: Technology, Developing country, Environment
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Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 27
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 27th Conference of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 27) in Charm...
- Publication date : 2022/12/12
- Subjects: Technology, Developing country, Environment
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Call for abstracts now open for the IIR Congress 2023!
To be organised under the theme "Towards efficient, controlled and smart refrigeration", the call for abstracts for the 26th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration has been...
- Publication date : 2022/01/28
- Subjects: Technology, General information, Environment
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Statement given by Didier Coulomb, Director General of the IIR, during COP 26
Statement Given by the Director General of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) during the 26th Conference of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 26) in...
- Publication date : 2021/11/15
- Subjects: Environment
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ENOUGH – a new project that will identify how food industry can become net zero by 2050
The project will develop technologies, tools and methods to contribute to the EU’s farm to fork Strategy to achieve climate neutrality in the food industry.
- Publication date : 2021/10/29
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With a budget of 8 million euros over four years, SophiA will develop containerized solutions for hospitals using natural refrigerants, solar thermal and photovoltaics to enable more and more African people to...
- Publication date : 2021/10/21
- Subjects: HFCs alternatives, Technology, Developing country, Environment
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The IIR and UNEP release a Cold Chain Technology Brief on Vaccines
The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) and the UN Environment Programme partnered in the development of a cold chain technology brief on vaccines dedicated to government National Ozone Officers,...
- Publication date : 2021/09/24
- Subjects: Technology
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The IIR publishes two new IIR Informatory Notes on Energy Recovery!
The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has just published two new Informatory Notes on energy recovery: one on Energy Recovery in Mechanical Ventilation Systems and the other one on Air-to-Air Energy...
- Publication date : 2021/07/13
- Subjects: Technology, Environment
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New IIR Informatory Note on the carbon footprint of the cold chain
The IIR has just issued a new Informatory Note on the carbon footprint of the cold chain. It highlights the food safety and environmental benefits of an improved global cold chain.
- Publication date : 2021/06/07
- Subjects: Technology, Developing country, Environment
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IIR actions clearly correspond to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly the goals. In 2020, the IIR publishes for the first time its annual activity report according to these goals, in...
- Publication date : 2021/02/23
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New IIR Informatory Note on Whole Body Cryotherapy/Cryostimulation
Providing key insight in the field of cryostimulation, and particularly whole body and partial body cryotherapy, the new Informatory Note of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) explores the...
- Publication date : 2020/12/02
- Subjects: Technology
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The Cold Chain: A logistical challenge at the heart of the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine
Gérald Cavalier - President of the Science and Technology Council of the International Institute of Refrigeration, President of the French Association of Refrigeration, President of the Cemafroid...
- Publication date : 2020/11/23
- Subjects: Technology, General information
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The IIR launches a call to action to adopt 5 internationally established refrigeration terms!
All professionals in the field of low-temperature technologies are called and are strongly encouraged to strictly adhere to the internationally established and approved definitions, by the International...
- Publication date : 2020/10/02
- Subjects: General information
