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New government notice bans new production facilities for 13 types of HFCs as part of efforts to comply with the Kigali Amendment. China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment, together with the National Development and Reform Commission a...

A major step toward decarbonization as Daikin’s long-term greenhouse gas reduction goals gain global recognition. Daikin Industries, Ltd., based in Osaka, has announced that its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets have been officially...

A new demonstration project in Tokyo explores how batteries and smart systems can cut costs and boost renewable energy use. Panasonic Electric Works, in partnership with ENEOS Power, has launched a new energy management demonstration pro...

Refrigerants are a core component of heat pumps and HVAC systems, and they are categorized by their performance and environmental impact into HFCs, HFOs, natural refrigerants, and blends. Amid tightening environmental regulations—particu...

The Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) has published shipment data for April 2025, offering insights into recent trends across residential and commercial HVAC markets. Water Heaters In the residential storage w...

In terms of housing stock, the United Kingdom has approximately 28.7 million dwellings, making it one of the top countries in Europe—following Germany (the largest), France, Italy, and Spain. In contrast, many Eastern and Northern Europe...

An overview of the EU’s proposed law to increase transparency in environmental claims, its challenges, and implications for industry The EU’s proposed Green Claims Directive aims to require companies making environmental claims—such as “...

On June 30, 2025, LG Electronics signed an agreement to acquire 100% of OSO, a leading hot water solutions company based in Norway. Founded in 1932, OSO is a top European provider of stainless steel electric water heaters and thermal sto...

Carrier’s Latest Solution Reinvents Building Operations with Intuitive AI InsightsKennesaw, Georgia – Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR) has announced enhanced capabilities for its Abound Insights Assistant, a smart application desi...

Can Air-to-Air Heat Pumps Be the Key to Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization? Exploring Their Adoption and Potential in the UK In the UK, air-to-air heat pumps—commonly referred to as air conditioners—are already widespread in commercia...