About the IOR
The Institute of Refrigeration is the professional engineering body for all individuals working in RACHP. Find out more about the IOR here.
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Find out what the IOR can do for you: technical queries, safety codes of practice, new technologies and professional development.
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Tinsley Fund: Open for Applications
The Tinsley Fund was set up in memory of Mike Tinsley and offers targeted financial help for people facing barriers to entering or progressing in the refrigeration and air conditioning sector.
Do You Know An Oustanding Student or Apprentice?
The deadline for the RAC and IOR National Student of the Year Cooling Industry Award has been extended to 29 May, which means there’s still time to put forward the exceptional students you know and help them gain the recognition they deserve.
Update on the Proposal to Reform the HFC Phasedown Schedule
On 15 May 2026, the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) announced its decision to delay changes to the phasedown to beyond 2027.
IOR at the Engineering Council Summer Networking Meeting
The IOR attended the Engineering Council Summer Networking Meeting which focused on the work that the Engineering Council has done on reviewing professional standards, ethics and regulation of the engineering profession including international recognition agreements with countries such as USA and Australia.
Apprenticeship Funding Under the Growth and Skills Levy
The Department for Work and Pensions has recently published technical guidance outlining how new apprenticeship units will be funded under the reformed Growth and Skills Levy.
IOR Launches Online Skills and Talent Hub
Our new Skills and Talent Hub is now live, bringing together everything you need to know about skills, education, training, and career development from the IOR in one easy‑to‑navigate place.
Catch Up On Flammable Refrigerants Fundamentals
The IOR Masterclass on core principles for flammable refrigerants is now available from the Institute's webinar channel. This online session introduces the essential principles behind safe handling and day-to-day good practice across RACHP applications.
BSRIA Reports Huge Increase in Cooling Demand
The BSRIA has recently released its Worldwide Air Conditioning Report on Chillers and its Split Systems Report, revealing that overall demand in cooling has increased by 245% since 2010.
LEGO Refrigeration Experience Now Available Through Neon
Teachers can now book the LEGO refrigeration experience through Neon, helping bring our sector to life for young minds. Neon is the UK's dedicated platform helping primary and secondary teachers find quality-assured science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) enrichment activities.