Government Consultation on the Role of Clean Heating Solutions
As part of its commitment to decarbonisation, the UK Government has launched a consultation to understand what alternative technologies are available across different types of domestic and non-domestic buildings to ensure consumers have a choice of suitable low-carbon heating technology options.
Waste Heat and Minewater Potential for District Heating and Cooling
How could waste heat and minewater transform district heating and cooling? Join Ted Perry Award winner Eshagh Goudarzi for a session exploring the potential of these low‑carbon thermal energy sources for heating and cooling.
Technical Updates, News on Skills & Tips on Maximising Membership
It's all in the latest IOR Newsletter! This issue includes technical updates, progressing the skills objectives and tips on how to make the most of your membership including how to apply for Engineering Council registration.
IOR Annual Dinner After Dinner Speaker Announced
The organising committee is delighted to announce that broadcaster Cally Beaton will be this year’s after-dinner speaker at the IOR Annual Dinner.
New 2026 Programme Card of IOR Events
Members should have received the latest IOR Programme Card, highlighting events that will take place over the coming months. We're kicking things off in January with two events!
Review on EU Energy Labelling
The European Commission is reviewing the energy label and ecodesign regulations for commercial refrigeration to assess how these Regulations have performed and to identify potential improvements.
New IOR Education Outreach Manager
The IOR is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Harvey as its new Education Outreach Manager to lead education outreach initiatives with schools, vocational colleges, and employers.
GB F Gas consultation - IOR response
The consultation will shape future refrigerant use for our sector. Take part in this consultation to make the views of the RACHP industry heard.
Review of 2025 with the IOR
Check our social media feeds on LinkedIn and Facebook to find out what we've been up to and what you can look forward to in 2026.
F Gas Phasedown Reform Consultation - Recording Available
The recording of the webinar featuring DEFRA and industry experts discussing the impacts and opportunities for the RACHP industry following the launch of the UK Government’s consultation on reforming the HFC phasedown under the GB F Gas Regulation is now available.
New Technician Good Practice Guides Available
Topics of the new bulletins include direct expansion water-to-refrigerant evaporators, electrical safe isolation and determining the wattage of electric heaters.
Talk on the Future of Compressors Now Available
The talk by Prof. Ahmed Kovacevic, FREng on emerging technologies in compressors and their systems is now available from the IOR website.