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High efficiency evaporator fan motors for commercial refrigeration applications.
A fair comparison of CO2 and propane used in light commercial applications featuring natural refrigerants.
IIR document
Natural refrigerants for light commercial applications: a fair comparison of the pros & cons of CO2 and propane.
Evaluación energética del refrigerante R468A como alternativa al R404A en aplicaciones comerciales de baja temperatura.
Energy evaluation of R468A refrigerant as an alternative to R404A in low temperature commercial applications.
Hybrid thermally driven ionic liquid heat pump water heater and dehumidifer for commercial applications.
Benefits of integration between heat pumps and food refrigeration systems for commercial applications: an example of efficient energy recovery for near zero energy buildings.
Recommended by the IIR / IIR document
Cold Chain Technology Brief: Commercial, professional and domestic refrigeration.
Thematic file: Integrated CO2 solutions for supermarkets.
CO2 as refrigerant – status and prospects.
Thematic file: Overview of refrigerants per application
Overview of HFC market sectors. Fact Sheet 2.
Risparmia energia e proteggi l'ambiente con le soluzioni a CO2. L'esperienza con la CO2 nel retail alimentare, la refrigerazione commerciale e industriale.
Save energy and protect the environment with CO2 solutions. Experience with CO2 in food retail, commercial and industrial refrigeration.
CIL simulation of a CO2 booster commercial refrigeration system.
Cogeneration/Trigeneration, 33rd Informatory Note on refrigeration technologies.
Numerical simulation of fault impacts for commercial walk-in freezers.
Refrigeration sector monitoring
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Innovative HFO/CO2 cascade for supermarket application
An innovative CO2/R1234ze cascade refrigeration system with heat recovery has been installed into a 1500 m2 sales area supermarket in Parma, Italy.
Chile’s first CO2 system for retail application
In Chile, the first transcritical CO2 refrigeration system has been installed in a supermarket in Valdivia.
CO2 applications: First commercial CO2 system in Latin America
Last April Verdemar supermarket chain inaugurated its fifth store in the suburb of Jardim Canada, Nova Lima -Minas Gerais, Brazil. It is the first Latin American supermarket that uses carbon dioxide as a refrigerant. Its Skyrack Breeze, developed...
Advances in Phase Change Materials boost efficiency of food and health cold chains
A recent article published in the International Journal of Refrigeration reviews PCMs in laboratory and commercial cold chain applications along with possible solutions to mitigate their...
Recent advances in hydrogen liquefaction and storage
Several review articles present a comprehensive overview of the liquid hydrogen supply chain. IIR members Linde and Air Liquide are contributing to address the global demand for...
Top beverage companies moving to phase out HFCs
An update on the efforts of Coca-Cola, Pepsico and Heineken to phase out HFCs from their commercial refrigeration equipment to reduce their carbon footprint.
Germany: Blue Angel ecolabel now includes heat pumps and liquid coolers
The 2023 edition of the German “Blue Angel” ecolabel now includes domestic heat pumps and “liquid coolers”.
Focus on the role of humidification and dehumidification in HVAC&R
An article recently published on the website HVAC&R online clarifies the differences between those two industries and develops their respective applications.
US to ban high-GWP refrigerants
A rule proposal by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides that all high-GWP HFCs, including R134a, R404A and R410A, will be banned in most new refrigeration equipment...
China heat pump market in 2023
Although the country still relies heavily on coal for heating, China is currently the only major market where heat pumps sales grew in 2023, when global sales declined by 3%...
Major trends in the global commercial refrigeration market
The global commercial refrigeration market, half of which is made up of the refrigerated display cabinet segment, amounted to USD 71 billion in 2021, up 8.8% year-on-year and 14% over four...
Global commercial refrigeration equipment demand is expected to increase by 68% by 2021
The global demand for commercial refrigeration equipment market was valued at USD 36.63 billion in 2015, and is expected to generate revenue of USD 61.44 million by end of 2021 (+68%).
Latest progress in the Caribbean Cooling Initiative
Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are working towards setting up policies and minimum energy efficiency requirements to reduce energy consumption and GHG emissions from cooling.
Natural refrigerants drove the global commercial refrigeration market in 2023
According to JARN, natural refrigerants in commercial equipment are gaining popularity, namely driving the demand for equipment renewal in Europe.
US HFC phase-down: alternative refrigerants for commercial refrigeration
2022 marks the start of new HFC regulatory requirements in the US. An online tool is available that presents alternative refrigerants for commercial refrigeration.
IIR news
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International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) releases new technical brief: “The role of refrigeration in the global economy (3rd edition)”
This comprehensive report highlights the critical importance of refrigeration in addressing global challenges related to food security, healthcare, energy efficiency, and climate change.
Member News: New Intermarché Store in Central Paris Equipped with Epta’s “Integral” Refrigeration Systems
The integration of compact, self-contained refrigeration units demonstrates the adaptability of modern cooling technologies in urban and architecturally sensitive environments.
The IIR takes part in a UNIDO project
The IIR has been successful to a UNIDO call for proposals to assess the incremental and operating cost for improved Energy Efficiency in retail refrigeration in Jordan and Tunisia.
Member news: Carrier launches a high-temperature heat pump with R290
Carrier introduces its first high-temperature air source heat pump designed for commercial applications, using R290 to enhance efficiency.
Member news: Daikin introduces EWYS-4Z: High-Efficiency Cooling and Heating Solution for Industrial and Commercial Needs
The polyvalent EWYS-4Z cooling and heating unit, which runs on R513A, is designed for superior energy efficiency and reduced noise for industrial and commercial applications.
EPTA S.P.A. continues to grow in Germany with the acquisition of heifo refrigeration activities
The European expansion of one of the leading companies in commercial refrigeration continues with an increasingly capillary service for its customers in the north of Germany.
Celebrating Heat Pumps Day with Björn Palm: Scientific Leadership and IIR Engagement
In celebration of Heat Pumps Day, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is proud to spotlight the work of Professor Björn Palm, a leading figure in the field of thermal systems and energy...
Discover the 36th IIR Informatory Note on “Flammable Refrigerants”
The 36th IIR Informatory Note on “Flammable Refrigerants” provides a comprehensive introduction to matters such as flammability characteristics, classifications and governing rules such as safety standards and regulations covering the entire...
IC2015 Workshops: An opportunity to join, share and build together
ICR2015: A chance to actively participate in the innovation of refrigeration.
Past events: The IIR around the world
Focus on ammonia, cryogenics and heat pumps! Take a look back at the most recent events in which the IIR has participated.
IIR’s historical commitment to heat pump excellence and sustainable solutions
IIR is committed to supporting, informing and connecting scientists, policymakers, manufacturers and end-users of heat pump technologies through reference publications and dedicated...
IIR member news: Cooltech
The €1.7m MagFreeG project has just been granted to the French company Cooltech Applications by the European Union through CIP Eco-innovation program.
New EU research project BETTED gets underway!
The IIR is one of 10 partners of the new European research project aimed at promoting the energy transition of the dairy value chain.
Call for abstracts ends October 10: LNG2023, “Fuelling a Secure Energy Future”
LNG2023 is the largest and most significant global LNG industry conference and exhibition, occurring once every three years!
LNG2023: Call for abstracts extended to October 24!
A two-week extension has now been confirmed to ensure LNG2023 does not miss hearing from some key industry voices. Don’t miss the new call for abstracts deadline of October 24, 2022!
Encyclopedia of Refrigeration
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Global HFC emissions from the refrigeration sector
This table shows HFC emissions from the refrigeration sector – including air conditioning – in million tonnes of CO2 equivalent for about 40 countries that are signatories...
Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...
Hydrocarbon refrigerants
Hydrocarbons such as R290 (propane), R600a (isobutane) or R1270 (propene/propylene) are low GWP non-toxic natural refrigerants with excellent thermodynamic properties. They offer an...
Cryogenic nitrogen in the food and beverage industry
The adoption of cryogenic processes in the food and beverage industry is predominantly driven by liquid nitrogen (LIN), and it is the preferred candidate for food chilling and...
Additive manufacturing of heat exchangers
In the refrigeration industry, additive manufacturing (colloquially referred to as “3D printing”) makes it possible to fabricate novel, complex and potentially more energy efficient...
Events
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21st International Conference & Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG2026)
February 02, 2026 - February 05, 2026
Doha, Qatar
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