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Window reduces the cooling load and generates electricity
USA: Scientists at the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) claim to have developed a thermochromic window that not only reduces the…
Midea wins award for R290 air conditioners
CHINA: Chinese manufacturer Midea has received an environmental protection award from the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) for its work in…
EPA SNAP-lists lower GWP refrigerant R515B
USA: The US EPA’s SNAP list of acceptable substances is to be updated to include the lower GWP refrigerant R515B, while extending…
AHRI refrigerant webinars online
USA: Those who missed the recent five-part series of refrigerant webinars hosted by the Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) can now…
Daikin adds fresh air supply to split air conditioners
JAPAN: Daikin is set to launch five new residential split system air conditioners in Japan with ventilation and humidification functions. …
Malaysia and San Marino ratify Kigali
MALAYSIA/SAN MARINO: Malaysia and the Republic of San Marino are the latest countries to ratify the Kigali Amendment to phase down HFCs….
Radiative cooling paint could reduce the need for air conditioning
USA: Engineers at Purdue University have created a white paint that is said to be able to keep surfaces up to 18ºF (10ºC) cooler than ambient….
MHI opens new air conditioning R&D facility
JAPAN: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems has completed construction of a new commercial air conditioning and refrigeration development and testing facility at…
Bitzer India relocates HQ
INDIA: The head office of Bitzer India has been moved to a new location in the centre of Mumbai….
Chemours signs Chinese R1234yf deal
CHINA: US refrigerant manufacturer Chemours has entered into a partnership with Chinese automotive chemical company Guangdong Delian Group over the supply of…