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Read all about it on HVAC&R News: Global scheme helping laboratories reach net zero. The International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) aims to address a significant gap in resources for lab buildings by developing performance assessment, performance improvement, and professional accreditation tools specific to the energy-intensive laboratory sector. https://lnkd.in/ghB_Z_vS Laboratories are among the most energy-intensive buildings on the planet, consuming up to 10 times more energy per square meter than standard office spaces. To bridge this gap, a global framework—the My Green Lab Certification—is actively helping research and testing facilities worldwide cut carbon emissions, optimize HVAC&R performance, and achieve net-zero goals without compromising safety. Key Takeaways for Building & Facility Operators: 1. Targeted Energy Efficiency: Focuses heavily on high-demand systems like ventilation, fume hoods, and ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers. 2. Measurable Reductions: Recognized by the UN Race to Zero as a key benchmark for sustainable scientific infrastructure. 3. Actionable Upgrades: Combines operational shifts with technical HVAC retrofits to lower both operational costs and environmental impact. As industries race toward sustainability targets, greening scientific infrastructure is becoming a essential piece of the puzzle. #Sustainability #NetZero #HVACR #FacilityManagement #GreenLabs #MyGreenLab #BuildingEfficiency #Decarbonization

Can a building façade help reduce heat, improve acoustics and lower energy consumption for heating and cooling? In Ecolibrium by AIRAH, Daniel Bonatti, M.AIRAH, explores how double-skin façades can transform the building envelope into an active part of a building’s HVAC and mechanical system. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g_eRXuxZ It’s a fascinating look at the engineering principles behind high-performance façades, including thermal buffering, the stack effect, solar heat gain and automated shading. Using Australian examples including the University of Sydney Law School and International Towers at Barangaroo, the article examines how these systems manage heat, daylight, ventilation and external noise. #Ecolibrium #AIRAH #FacadeEngineering #BuildingPerformance #HVAC #SustainableBuildings #MechanicalEngineering

Register now for August: Master NCC Section J6 HVAC Controls. Stay ahead of the latest NCC energy efficiency requirements. Learn how to confidently apply Section J6 HVAC control provisions in real-world commercial building projects. https://lnkd.in/gup4qPTf Join Sonia Holzheimer, M.AIRAH FIEAust CPEng NPER RPEQ, Senior Mechanical Engineer at Sequal Consulting Group, for Session 1: HVAC Controls and gain practical guidance on the energy efficiency requirements of NCC Volume One, Section J6. You'll learn how to: ✅ Apply HVAC control requirements with confidence ✅ Understand zoning, ventilation modulation and variable speed operation ✅ Interpret key clauses J6D3 and J6D4 ✅ Design systems that achieve Deemed-to-Satisfy compliance while improving energy performance 📅 4 August 2026 💻 Online via Zoom ⏱️ 2-hour session 🎓 Earn 2 CPD points Whether you're an entry-level mechanical services designer or an experienced professional looking to refresh the fundamentals, this session provides practical knowledge you can apply immediately. Register now and secure your place for August. #AIRAH #HVAC #MechanicalEngineering #NCC2025 #SectionJ #EnergyEfficiency #BuildingServices #HVACDesign #CPD #EngineeringAustralia

⛳ Will we see you at the AIRAH VIC Golf Day? Register now! Join fellow HVAC&R professionals on Thursday, 6 August at Heidelberg Golf Course for an afternoon of golf, networking and friendly competition. https://lnkd.in/gTkma43i Whether you're reconnecting with colleagues, making new industry connections or enjoying a great day on the course, the AIRAH VIC Golf Day is an event not to be missed. 🏌️ 18-hole, 4-ball Ambrose 🍽️ Dinner included 📅 Thursday, 6 August 📍 Heidelberg Golf Course, Lower Plenty, VIC Registrations close Thursday, 30 July – unless sold out earlier. #AIRAH #AIRAHGolfDay #AIRAHVIC #HVACR #HVAC #Refrigeration #BuildingServices #Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #IndustryNetworking #Networking #GolfDay #Victoria #MelbourneEvents

🏡 Ready, set, benchmark! NatHERS for existing homes is now live. For the first time, Australians can benchmark the energy performance of existing homes using the National Home Energy Rating System (NatHERS) – a significant step towards improving comfort, reducing energy bills, and cutting emissions. With around 90% of Australia's homes built before minimum energy efficiency standards, this new tool has the potential to transform how homes are valued, renovated and sold. Read the full story now. https://lnkd.in/gUMTKPvn In the latest from HVAC&R News by AIRAH, David Mahony from HIP V. HYPE explains why measuring performance matters, how ratings could influence property values and green finance, the easiest retrofit wins for homeowners, and why ventilation and moisture management must go hand-in-hand with energy efficiency. Whether you're an HVAC&R professional, builder, assessor, policymaker or homeowner, this is an important development for the future of Australia's housing stock. #HVACR #AIRAH #NatHERS #EnergyEfficiency #BuildingPerformance #Sustainability #HomeEnergy #Retrofit #Electrification #IndoorAirQuality #ThermalComfort #BuildingScience #Australia

🚨 Have your say on the future of microbial control in Australia's HVAC&R industry. Draft revisions of AS/NZS 3666 Part 1 and Part 2 are now open for public comment, with significant proposed changes that could impact the design, installation, operation and maintenance of HVAC&R systems. Key updates include: ✅ Quantified compliance requirements ✅ Inclusion of split systems and room air conditioners ✅ Revised maintenance schedules ✅ New definitions for high-risk cooling tower locations The release also coincides with new research from Flinders University highlighting inconsistencies in Legionella regulations across Australia and calling for greater national alignment. If you're involved in HVAC&R design, commissioning, maintenance or compliance, this is essential reading. 📖 Read the full story on HVAC&R News and learn how to provide your feedback before 31 August 2026. https://lnkd.in/gNc6qW3r #HVACR #HVAC #IndoorAirQuality #Legionella #BuildingServices #FacilitiesManagement #Engineering #StandardsAustralia #Compliance #MechanicalEngineering #HVACRNews

🚨 Melbourne HVAC&R professionals – don’t miss AIRAH Industry Night 2026 next month! Join us on Wednesday, August 5 at the Melbourne Showgrounds for an afternoon of networking, learning and industry insights. 📍 Melbourne Showgrounds – Building 08, Town Square Pavilion 🗓️ Wednesday, August 5, 2026 🕓 4:00–7:00pm Register Free today https://lnkd.in/g_xaZWxj 🔹 Explore the Technology Showcase – discover the latest HVAC&R products, innovations and solutions from leading suppliers. 🔹 Connect with tradespeople, engineers, consultants and manufacturers from across the industry. 🔹 Stay up to date with the trends and technologies shaping the future of HVAC&R. Whether you're looking to expand your network, discover new products, or keep ahead of industry developments, this is an event you won't want to miss. #AIRAH #IndustryNight #HVACR #HVAC #Refrigeration #BuildingServices #MechanicalServices #HVACIndustry #Engineering #Tradies #Construction #BuildingTechnology #TechShowcase #Innovation #MelbourneEvents #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #AustralianHVACR

Latest HVAC&R News! The Global Skills Challenge event was held at TAFE NSW Wollongong from June 24 to 28, 2026, bringing together competitors from 16 countries to showcase their vocational skills across 33 trade and technology categories. Read more https://lnkd.in/gdmgi4vm Australia's HVAC&R representative, Adam Morgan, competed against the best from New Zealand, Taiwan, Korea, Japan and Hong Kong as he continues his preparation for the WorldSkills International Competition in Shanghai this September. The event provided invaluable international experience ahead of the world's biggest skills competition. Congratulations to all competitors, with Korea taking home gold and Taiwan securing bronze in the refrigeration and air conditioning category. Keep an eye out for the upcoming edition of HVAC&R News Journal to read a full-length feature on WorldSkills Australia, Adam Morgan's journey, and how the program is helping develop the next generation of HVAC&R talent. WorldSkills Australia Australian Refrigeration Council Beijer Ref Refrigerant Reclaim Australia #worldskills #skillaroos #tradetalent #hvacr #tafe

There are so many reasons to be a part of the AIRAH community. ✔ Grow your knowledge and experience ✔ Help shape the future of the HVAC&R industry ✔ Stay ahead with the latest technologies and industry trends ✔ Build valuable connections with peers and leaders across Australia Wherever you are in your career, AIRAH membership helps you stay informed, connected and ready for what's next. https://lnkd.in/gAUur_bc Join AIRAH today. #HVACR #AIRAH #ProfessionalDevelopment #BuildingPerformance #Engineering #HVAC

The future of low-carbon buildings starts with collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing. AIRAH is proud to support DBI2026 – Decarbonising Building Industry International Conference, taking place on 19–20 November 2026 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre alongside IPC2026 and the AIRAH Intelligent Buildings Forum. Bringing together leading researchers, policymakers and industry experts from around the world, the conference will explore the latest advances in building decarbonisation, digital construction, AI, circular materials and the path to net zero. Learn more, submit your abstract and register at https://www.rndbi.net/. #DBI2026 #IPC2026 #AIRAH #HVACR #BuiltEnvironment #BuildingPerformance #Decarbonisation #NetZero #SustainableBuildings #BuildingServices #DigitalConstruction #ClimateAction