Winter 2025

A Message From Our Conference Chair

I’m excited to welcome you to Phoenix as part of the 47th IIAR conference. It’s hard to believe that our organization recently blew past five decades of work on behalf of this industry! Much of that work happens at our annual conference, so welcoming you this year is more than just a hello, it’s a call to dig in, get involved, network, and help your colleagues carry on this awesome tradition of advancing natural refrigerants here and around the world.

Winter 2025

PFAS, Maine Moves Forward with Restrictions

As awareness of health-related concerns surrounding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) increases, more and more states are taking action to limit the use of the substances, which are often referred to as forever chemicals.

Winter 2025

IIAR Releases Refrigerant Evaluator Tool

The International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration has released a “Refrigerant Evaluator Tool” to help IIAR members and others assess their refrigerant choices and evaluate their options as the Environmental Protection Agency phases out high global warming potential refrigerants.

Winter 2025

Shifting Regulations and Sustainability Goals Drive Equipment Demand

The demand for industrial refrigeration equipment using natural refrigerants remains strong, driven by increased demand for cold storage capacity, regulatory requirements and corporate sustainability goals.

Winter 2025

New York State Finalizes Rules Limiting HFCs

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has finalized regulations required by the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act to reduce emissions from hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6).

Winter 2025

TRUMP STARTS SECOND TERM with Flurry of Executive Orders

Similar to Trump’s first term, he has taken action to withdraw the United States from international environmental agreements.

Winter 2025

Financial Tech Tip

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Winter 2025

IIAR Takes its Training on the Road for Trident Seafoods

IIAR serves as a valuable resource for education and training for its members, and took its training on the road, sharing information on IIAR, codes, standards, guidelines, and operational, testing and maintenance situations with end users from Trident Seafoods in Alaska.

Winter 2025

IIAR STANDARDS UPDATE

IIAR 1: ANSI/IIAR 1-2022 Standard for Definitions and Terminology Used in IIAR Standards is presently in effect. It will be opened up for review starting in mid-2026 for its next revision with a targeted completion with ANSI approval in 2027.

Winter 2025

IIAR Marked Notable Accomplishments Throughout 2024

IIAR staff and IIAR’s many volunteer committees were hard at work throughout 2024 and have strengthened the membership offerings, provided valuable education, and furthered the organization’s mission through advocacy, work with regulatory agencies and new partnerships

Winter 2025

IIAR Welcomes New Board Members

IIAR has welcomed new members to its board of directors and the executive committee for the 2025-2026 term. The IIAR board plays a critical role in strategic planning and advancing the association’s initiatives.