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AIRAH
AIRAH’s latest news and developments in the fields of advocacy, training, conferences and events, and membership.
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The evolving impacts of refrigerants over time
Living with the legacy of Thomas Midgley Jr By Alexander Cohr Pachai, AM.AIRAH
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Call for consistency
Professional registration schemes have been rolling out across the country, but the regime in New South Wales remains something of an outlier. AIRAH and other industry bodies are now pushing for alignment with other jurisdictions.
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Take that break!
Research shows that going on that holiday you’ve always dreamed of is good for both your happiness and your performance at work.
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Key takeaways from IAQ25
We look back at the major discussions from AIRAH’s 2025 Indoor Air Quality Conference (IAQ25), which was held in Melbourne from May 26–27.
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HVAC design just got more sustainable
AIRAH’s Professional Diploma in Sustainable HVAC Design and Operation is accepting new applicants.
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Terms of engagement
If you’ve called AIRAH over the past few months, it’s likely that you’ve spoken to our new Engagement Officer, Finley Reid.
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AIRAH launches Women in HVAC&R Summit
The first iteration of the annual event will take place at the Ivy Ballroom in Sydney on Friday, October 24.
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Supply and demand
As Australia shifts to low-GWP refrigerants, collaboration between suppliers and end-users is essential. A new GBCA–AIRAH discussion paper highlights the challenges and opportunities for a future-proof built environment
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Lifelong learning
Reflecting on a 62-year AIRAH membership, this piece explores the industry’s evolution and the enduring role of HVAC&R in shaping modern life.
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Who holds the responsibility?
The article examines who should guide households toward affordable, sustainable home heating and cooling.
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Could H2O be the go?
Dave Peall, M.AIRAH, discusses his work on the “radical” idea of using water as a direct expansion refrigerant.
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The big issues in HVAC commissioning
AIRAH’s Commissioning Special Technical Group (STG) discusses two common issues in HVAC commissioning: communication struggles and a lack of formal documentation.
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The spring issue of Ecolibrium has arrived!
AIRAH members will soon receive their print copy of Ecolibrium spring 2025.
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Terms of engagement
Meet AIRAH’s new Engagement Officer, Finley Reid.
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Perspectives on gender diversity in HVAC&R
HVAC&R professionals Sonia Holzheimer, M.AIRAH, Taylor Burdett, and Claudia Yuan, Stud.AIRAH, share their experiences of the industry, the barriers to entry, and where they see the future for women in HVAC&R.
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Advocacy
The human factor
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A green light from voters
AIRAH has prepared a document outlining the Institute’s policy priorities for the freshly re-elected federal government.
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From the president
Lessons from a legend
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From the editor
Same, but different
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A tribute to Simon Hill, L.AIRAH
AIRAH sends its condolences to the family of Simon Hill, L.AIRAH, who passed away on April 3.