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A Review of Ground Source Heat Pump Application for Space Cooling in Southeast Asia.

• Author(s) : RATCHAWANG S., CHOTPANTARAT S., CHOKCHAI S., TAKASHIMA I., UCHIDA Y., CHARUSIRI P.
• Publication date: 2022/07
• Languages : English
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 14
• Formats : PDF

Pathways to prevent dumping of climate harming room air conditioners in Southeast Asia.

• Author(s) : CLASP
• Publication date: 2023/09
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Phasing-out HCFCs in small and medium-sized foam enterprises.

• Author(s) : MENG Q., LIU W., ZHANG P., et al.
• Publication date: 2015
• Languages : English

World chiller and large AC market.

• Publication date: 2015/11/25
• Languages : English
• Source: JARN - n. 562-S

Prospects and Challenges to Transfer New Technology to A5 Countries: Government of Maldives' perspectives.

• Author(s) : MIRUZA M.
• Publication date: 2017/04/06
• Languages : English
• Source: Sustainable management of refrigeration technologies in marine and off-shore fisheries sectors.
• Formats : PDF

Retrofitting of RAC system in fisheries: case study of Maldives.

• Author(s) : MOHAMED M.
• Publication date: 2017/04/06
• Languages : English
• Source: Sustainable management of refrigeration technologies in marine and off-shore fisheries sectors.
• Formats : PDF

Development of the inverter air conditioner for Southeast Asia in FY2014.

• Author(s) : NAGATA T., YASIN J., KISHI Y., et al.
• Publication date: 2015
• Languages : English
• Source: Hitachi Review - vol. 64 - n. 2

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Energy Efficiency 2022.

• Author(s) : IEA
• Publication date: 2022/12
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Why LNG Can Be a First Step in East Asia’s Energy Transition to a Low Carbon Economy: Evaluation of Challenges Using Game Theory.

• Author(s) : MOZAKKA M., SALIMI M., HOSSEINPOUR M., BORHANI T. N.
• Publication date: 2022/09
• Languages : English
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 17
• Formats : PDF

Preventing the Dumping in Vulnerable Developing-Country Markets of Inefficient Cooling Equipment Using Obsolete Refrigerants.

• Author(s) : FERRIS T., AGYARKO K., ANDERSEN S. O., DERDER M. R., SAN VALENTIN D., ZAN H.
• Publication date: 2024/10/22
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Electricity Market Report - July 2021

• Author(s) : IEA
• Publication date: 2021/07
• Languages : English

IIR document

Insulated bodies for refrigerated transport vehicles: past, present and future construction techniques.

• Author(s) : CAPO C., SUQUET T., BOUDET N., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
• Formats : PDF

Review of the global air-conditioning market in the first half of 2016. 1.

• Publication date: 2016/08/25
• Languages : English
• Source: JARN - vol. 48 - n. 8

IIR document

CO2 supermarket refrigeration systems for southeast Asia and the USA.

• Author(s) : SHARMA V., FRICKE B., BANSAL P.
• Publication date: 2014/08/02
• Languages : English
• Source: 11^th IIR Gustav Lorentzen Conference on Natural Refrigerants (GL2014). Proceedings. Hangzhou, China, August 31-September 2, 2014.
• Formats : PDF

Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability. Summary for Policymakers, Technical Summary and full report.

• Author(s) : IPCC, PÖRTNER H. O., ROBERTS D. C., POLOCZANSKA E. S., MINTENBECK K., TIGNOR M., ALEGRÍA A., CRAIG M., LANGSDORF S., LÖSCHKE S., MÖLLER V., OKEM A.
• Publication date: 2022/03
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

Asia-Pacific refrigerants market

Asia-Pacific’s refrigerants market was valued at USD 5,665.49 million in 2013, and is estimated to reach USD 9,119 million by 2019.

• Publication date : 2014/12/16
• Subjects: Figures, economy

The air conditioning boom in Southeast Asia

Electricity consumption needed for air conditioning in the ten ASEAN countries could quadruple between 2017 and 2040 to reach 300 TWh. But a saving of 110 TWh is possible by doubling during this period the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of...

• Publication date : 2019/11/29
• Subjects: Figures, economy

The hydrocarbon market in the Asia Pacific

The hydrocarbon market in the Asia Pacific will reach USD 128.5 million in 2018, according to a new market report by MicroMarket Monitor.

• Publication date : 2014/12/11
• Subjects: Figures, economy

The air conditioning boom in South-East Asia

According to a recent survey, Southeast Asia faces a looming crisis as more people crank up inefficient air conditioning (AC) to cope with rising temperatures.

• Publication date : 2018/03/22
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Developing country

Asia: record temperatures in April increase cooling demand

In April 2023, hotter-than-average temperatures have been recorded in Asia, affecting electricity and cooling demand.

• Publication date : 2023/05/15
• Subjects: General information, Developing country

South-East market dominated by low efficiency ACs

According to a recent report, 74% of room air conditioners (RAC) sold in six South-East Asian countries do not meet minimum threshold according to China’s MEPS. The authors modelled...

• Publication date : 2023/10/24
• Subjects: Technology, Developing country

Measures towards energy-efficient air conditioning in Southeast Asian countries

The IEA projects that electricity demand from air conditioning could reach 300 TWh by 2040 in the ASEAN region (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Energy efficiency measures...

• Publication date : 2022/05/30
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Regulation

HCFC phase-out in South Asia: the case of Vietnam and the Maldives

The HCFC phase-out is underway in South Asia. For instance, Vietnam met the 35% reduction target for 2020 while the Maldives recorded no HCFC import in 2020. 

• Publication date : 2021/10/22
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives, Regulation

Chilled & deli food market in Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific chilled & deli food market had total revenues of USD 296,724.7million in 2012.

• Publication date : 2013/10/18

Papua New Guinea joins global effort against climate change as 163rd country to ratify the Kigali Amendment

This November, Papua New Guinea ratified the Kigali Amendment which will enter into force in February 2025.

• Publication date : 2024/11/19
• Subjects: Regulation

Antarctic glaciers are melting faster

According to several new studies, Antarctic glaciers are thinning and slipping at twice the rate they had in the 1990s. These changes are expected to cause an appreciable rise in sea levels as the glaciers are losing about 250 cubic kilometres to...

• Publication date : 2004/11/19

Out of the ordinary: incredible sun glacier leaf will use Sahara sun and humidity to make ice

There’s more than one way to use the sun, and nothing proves this better than Ap Verheggen’s incredible SunGlacier Leaf. This solar-powered leaf has the potential to create a lot of ice and water – in the middle of the Sahara. The 200 m²...

• Publication date : 2012/02/21

The challenges of vaccinating against rabies in hot countries

A large campaign of dog vaccination is currently being conducted in hot countries, raising the issue of the conservation temperature of vaccines.

• Publication date : 2018/03/07
• Subjects: Developing country

Discovery of an 18th century ice-well in London

A huge subterranean ice house dating from the 1780s, recently uncovered in central London, has been designated as a scheduled monument by Historic England.

• Publication date : 2019/01/31

Great potential for solar district cooling in Saudi Arabia

A recent modelling compares the performances of a two-stage and a single-stage absorption chiller in a solar district cooling system in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

• Publication date : 2018/12/27
• Subjects: Developing country

Obituary: Prof Ezio Fornasieri

The IIR would like to express its sincere condolences to the family and relatives of Prof Ezio Fornasieri, who died in November 2013 at the age of 70.

• Publication date : 2013/11/26

Now it’s even easier to find your thesis in FRIDOC!

To increase the visibility of your thesis, publish it in FRIDOC. The comprehensive database dedicated to refrigeration information now comprises nearly 300 theses from across the globe.

• Publication date : 2022/11/22
• Subjects: General information

New EU funded project began on October 1st, 2021: “SophiA - Sustainable off-grid solutions for pharmacies and hospitals in Africa”

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: Technology, Developing country, Environment, HFCs alternatives

Discover the new IIR Publications Catalogue!

Available in print and PDF version, in the IIR 2016/2017 Publications Catalogue you will find our latest and staple publications (including IIR conference proceedings), reference documents, and a list of all our Information Services.

• Publication date : 2016/06/22

IIR member news: Linde

Linde claims cryogenic freezing allows cookie manufacturers to produce a more consistent product.

• Publication date : 2015/12/08

Discover the new IIR Publications Catalogue Update 2018

Regrouping the newest publications and works of the IIR in all fields of refrigeration, the IIR Publications Catalogue Update 2018 is now available.

• Publication date : 2018/06/28

A new Open Access thesis section on the IIR website!

We’re happy to offer you a new online service! A link library is now available on our website.

• Publication date : 2014/12/23

FRIDOC: The most comprehensive refrigeration database in the world!

With more than 109,000 indexed resources, FRIDOC is the world’s most comprehensive database dedicated to refrigeration information. Discover the latest improvements!

• Publication date : 2023/06/27
• Subjects: Figures, economy, General information

The IIR launches a brand new website

With a fresh and modern design that will adapt to any electronic device for comfortable viewing, the new website of the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) will provide user-friendly access to the most relevant information in...

• Publication date : 2020/03/31

Welcome to the new IIR website

We are delighted to introduce the new and improved IIR website.

• Publication date : 2020/03/31

The International Dictionary of Refrigeration is now accessible online

Previously only available in paper format and in just 5 languages, the complete version of the International Dictionary of Refrigeration is now accessible on our website.

• Publication date : 2015/09/23

Editorial by Didier Coulomb

The IIR is introducing changes. It has to change in order to meet the needs of its member countries, corporate and private members and clients. Its services must constantly evolve in line with new information technology as it becomes available....

• Publication date : 2009/05/18

Energy efficiency on the agenda for discussion during Montreal Protocol meetings in Vienna

Focus on the fruitful workshop on "the energy efficiency opportunities while phasing down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)", which preceded the 40th meeting of the Open-ended Working Group (OEWG40) of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol on Substances...

• Publication date : 2018/08/08

WGC PARIS 2015: “Growing together towards a friendly planet”

The 26th World Gas Conference (WGC), held in Paris last week, offered attendees an ideal opportunity for networking, learning and sharing information on the latest developments

• Publication date : 2015/06/09

ICR2015: A stimulating environment for dynamic exchanges

With a focus on improving standards and the quality of life of many worldwide, as well as emphasising the importance of preserving the earth through the advancement of refrigeration applications and technology, ICR2015 is expected to attract a...

• Publication date : 2015/04/08

Global warming potential (GWP) of HFC refrigerants

Using the latest updated data from UNEP’s RTOC 2022 report, we have compiled the 100-year GWP and 20-year GWP values of hydrofluorocarbon-based (HFC) refrigerants. Our table includes...

• Last update : 2023/09/15
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : HFCs

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...

• Last update : 2023/11/07
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs

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...

• Last update : 2022/06/22
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Hydrocarbons, Containment, refrigerant charge reduction

Ice cream manufacturing, environmental impact and market data

From a physico-chemical point of view, ice cream is a complex, frozen multiphase mixture. The manufacturing process includes several stages of freezing which are described in this...

• Last update : 2023/06/30
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Ice creams

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...

• Last update : 2023/06/23
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : LNG and LPG

Additive manufacturing of regenerators for caloric cooling

In many areas of engineering, additive manufacturing allows the production of complex and multifunctional products that could not be manufactured using traditional methods. In the...

• Last update : 2022/09/16
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Caloric cooling (magnetocaloric, electrocaloric, elastocaloric and barocaloric cooling)

Cryogenics in the pharmaceutical industry: drug design and bioavailability improvement

Research activities in the pharmaceutical sector focus primarily on developing novel drug formulations which can elicit the desired response upon being administered to the patient...

• Last update : 2023/03/10
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freeze-drying in biology and medicine, Cryobiology, cryomedicine: general information

Environmental impact of the ice cream industry

This summary document describes the environmental impact of ice cream manufacturing, which is mainly due to the energy consumption and refrigerants used.

• Last update : 2022/11/17
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : General information on environment (climate change, ozone depletion…)