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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

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On the Impact of Climate Change on Building Energy Consumptions: A Meta-Analysis.

• Author(s) : CAMPAGNA L. M., FIORITO F.
• Publication date: 2022/01
• Languages : English
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 1
• Formats : PDF

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260 termes clés pour les négociations environnementales et climatiques - 2023

260 key terms for environmental and climate negotiations - 2023

• Author(s) : Délégation générale à la langue française et aux langues de France
• Publication date: 2023/11
• Languages : French, English
• Formats : PDF

Understanding Urban Heat Vulnerability Assessment Methods: A PRISMA Review.

• Author(s) : LI F., YIGITCANLAR T., NEPAL M., THANH K. N., DUR F.
• Publication date: 2022/10
• Languages : English
• Source: Energies - vol. 15 - n. 19
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

Business considerations for refrigerant selection regarding sustainability and the significance of climate legislation and litigation.

• Author(s) : LUETZKENDORF C.
• Publication date: 2022/06/13
• Languages : English
• Source: 15^th IIR-Gustav Lorentzen Conference on Natural Refrigerants (GL2022). Proceedings. Trondheim, Norway, June 13-15^th 2022.
• Formats : PDF

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From past to present: a net-zero framework with various hurdles and opportunities for RACHP.

• Author(s) : KUIJPERS L. J. M.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
• Formats : PDF

Rapport national d'inventaire pour la France au titre de la Convention Cadre des Nations Unies sur les Changements Climatiques et du Protocole de Kyoto.

National inventory report for France under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol.

• Author(s) : CITEPA, CAISSE DES DEPOTS, MEDDE
• Publication date: 2014/03
• Languages : French

L'impatto del settore della refrigerazione sui cambiamenti climatici.

The impact of the refrigeration sector on climate change, 35^th Informatory Note on refrigeration technologies, Summary for policymakers.

• Author(s) : IIF-IIR, COULOMB D., DUPONT J. L.
• Publication date: 2018/03
• Languages : Italian
• Source: Industria & Formazione - n. 417

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Emissions Gap Report 2021.

• Author(s) : UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
• Publication date: 2021/10
• Languages : English, French
• Formats : PDF

The impact of climate change on external and internal temperature conditions for air conditioning design.

• Author(s) : SAMAN W., DEAR R. de, SOEBARTO V., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/09
• Languages : English
• Source: EcoLibrium - vol. 13 - n. 8

Growth of climate change commitments from HFC banks and emissions.

• Author(s) : VELDERS G. J. M., SOLOMON S., DANIEL J. S.
• Publication date: 2014/05
• Languages : English
• Source: Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics - vol.14 - n.9

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Emissions Gap Report 2024

• Author(s) : UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
• Publication date: 2024/10
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

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Emissions Gap Report 2022.

• Author(s) : UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
• Publication date: 2022
• Languages : English
• Formats : PDF

IIR document

The impact of the refrigeration sector on climate change, 35^th Informatory Note on refrigeration technologies.

• Author(s) : IIF-IIR, MORLET V., COULOMB D., DUPONT J. L.
• Publication date: 2017/11
• Languages : English, French
• Formats : PDF

Cooling buildings sustainably in Europe: exploring the links between climate change mitigation and adaptation, and their social impacts.

• Author(s) : QUEFELEC S.
• Publication date: 2022/11
• Languages : English

Australian government urged to action on HFCs and climate change

In August 2015, Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s cabinet announced plans to phase-down HFCs by 85% by 2036 and greenhouse gas emissions by 26-28% below 2005 levels by 2030.

• Publication date : 2015/11/03
• Subjects: HFCs alternatives

Latest figures on HFC impact on climate change

EU reports that hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) emissions from refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) have decreased for the fourth consecutive year since 2014. On a global scale, the impact of HFCs on climate...

• Publication date : 2020/09/04
• Subjects: Environment

How climate change will alter European electricity consumption

Summary of a German study showing how electricity consumption in Europe will fluctuate in the event of unmitigated climate change.

• Publication date : 2017/12/21
• Subjects: General information, Environment

In brief: IPCC Special Report on Climate change and land

The new IPCC Special Report on “Climate change and land” focuses on the impact of climate change on terrestrial ecosystems and on the role of ecosystems in climate change, and mitigation and adaptation solutions.

• Publication date : 2019/08/29
• Subjects: General information, Environment

Impact of climate change on energy demand across New York City

In a recent study, a team of researchers established a projection of the building cooling electric demand at the end of the century, at the scale of New York City.

• Publication date : 2018/11/22
• Subjects: General information, Figures, economy

Bahrain joins global effort against climate change as 160th country to ratify the Kigali Amendment

Bahrain is now the second Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to ratify the Kigali Amendment, following the United Arab Emirates.

• Publication date : 2024/07/02
• Subjects: Environment, Regulation

Oman joins global effort against climate change as 162nd country to ratify the Kigali Amendment

The Sultanate of Oman is now the fourth Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to ratify the Kigali Amendment, following the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait.

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

Kuwait joins global effort against climate change as 161st country to ratify the Kigali Amendment

Kuwait is now the third Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country to ratify the Kigali Amendment, following the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.

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

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

COP 27 at Sharm Al Sheikh

The IIR at the COP 27: side event was organised by the IIR with the European Heat Pump Association (EHPA). Didier Coulomb gave a statement at the high-level session.

• Publication date : 2022/12/12
• Subjects: Environment

Green roofs can reduce cooling demand in warm climate zones

The impact of green roofs on building energy performance was assessed in 15 climate zones. In most regions, the reduction in energy demand for cooling was greater than for...

• Publication date : 2023/10/24
• Subjects: Technology

Latest IPCC report predicts an increased risk of heatwaves

The IPCC report published in February 2022 highlights several risks posed by rising temperatures, such as increased heat waves and greater energy demand for space...

• Publication date : 2022/03/31
• Subjects: Environment

Focus on COP 26

The Conference of the Parties (COP) 26 was held in Glasgow (UK) from 31 October to 13 November 2021. Its results, while not seeming spectacular, nevertheless reflect important developments that should be noted,...

• Publication date : 2021/11/29
• Subjects: Environment

Extreme heat reduces productivity in global economies

In a recent report, a non-profit organisation examined how global warming is affecting the economy and labour productivity in 12 major urban areas worldwide. 

• Publication date : 2022/10/27
• Subjects: Figures, economy

New IIR figures highlight the role of the refrigeration sector

On the occasion of the upcoming publication of two new Informatory Notes, the IIR has established new figures illustrating the importance of the refrigeration sector.

• Publication date : 2024/03/28
• Subjects: Environment

COP21 UN climate change conference 2015

The Conference of the Parties (COP21) organized by host country France in conjunction with United Nations.

• Publication date : 2015/02/26

24th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Poland

The 24th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change was held in Katowice, Poland, on December 3-14. Didier Coulomb, director of the IIR, made a statement.

• Publication date : 2018/12/27
• Subjects: Regulation, Environment

25th Conference of the Parties on climate change

During COP25, the Director General of the IIR delivered a statement.

• Publication date : 2019/12/30

IIR Quiz: The Impact of the Refrigeration Sector on Climate Change

Think you know everything there is to know about the refrigeration sector and its impact on climate change? Test your knowledge on refrigeration and the environment.

• Publication date : 2017/12/08

COP22: The role of refrigeration in the combat against climate change

The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP22) was held in Marrakesh (Morocco), from 7-18 November 2016. It was, in particular, the first meeting of the Parties (CMA1) following the December 2015 Paris Agreement, and its purpose was to...

• Publication date : 2016/11/24

COP 28: the annual conference on climate change puts refrigeration in the spotlight!

Refrigeration will be one of the priorities at the next United Nations Conference of the Parties on climate change. It will be held in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December 2023. 

• Publication date : 2023/11/24

Press release: The IIR Launches Quiz on The Impact of Refrigeration on the Climate Change

In conjunction with the newly released 35th IIR Informatory Note on The Impact of the Refrigeration Sector on Climate Change, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has launched a quiz on “Refrigeration and the environment”, which...

• Publication date : 2017/12/14

Discover the 35th IIR Informatory Note on “The Impact of the Refrigeration Sector on Climate Change”

The 35th IIR Informatory Note on “The Impact of the Refrigeration Sector on Climate Change” reviews existing data to estimate past greenhouse gas emissions generated by refrigeration systems and make projections for the future.

• Publication date : 2017/12/05

IIR engages in COP13/MOP36 and COP29 to highlight the key role of sustainable refrigeration for all in handling climate change

Two major events in the fight against climate change and protecting the future of our planet, COP13/MOP36 and COP29, are held in October and November. The IIR is taking part in these United Nations conferences...

• Publication date : 2024/10/31
• Subjects: Regulation, Environment, General information

IJR editorial: The cop on climate change: a growing presence of refrigeration issues to be consolidated

The Conference of the Parties on climate change was held in Sharm-El-Sheikh (Egypt) from Sunday 6 November to Sunday 20 November 2022. Generally speaking, this COP did not result in the decisions and actions...

• Publication date : 2023/01/23
• Subjects: Environment

Highlights from the 46th Montreal Protocol OEWG: Addressing Ozone Depletion and Climate Change Challenges

The 46th meeting of the Open-ended Working Group (OEWG) of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol took place in Montreal from 8 to 12 July 2024. The IIR took part of the event.  

• Publication date : 2024/08/01

Press release: The International Institute of Refrigeration Publishes an Informatory Note on The Impact of the Refrigeration Sector on Climate Change

In line with its corporate objective to promote knowledge of refrigeration and associated technologies and applications on a global scale, the International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has published a new Informatory Note on “The Impact of...

• Publication date : 2017/12/04

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

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

COP-19 Warsaw, Poland

Slow progress in the climate negotiations

• Publication date : 2013/11/22
• Subjects: Environment, General information

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...

• Last update : 2022/01/20
• Langues : English
• Themes : General information on environment (climate change, ozone depletion…)

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…)

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

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