These two vital aspects consideration when it comes to selecting refrigerants for high-ambient conditions, says Dr-Eng. Jean de BERNARDI OF Honeywell Refrigerants

Posted: August 20, 2025

In a world that often normalises hype and loudness, Farhan Juratli, Associate Director – District Cooling, Dubai Holding; and Judicial Engineering Expert, UAE Ministry of Justice, endears himself through upholding a certain elegance and firmness of conviction in his communication. His words carry the weight of thought and the backing of scientific analysis. He is unsparing but in an understated way. Farhan has written an analytical piece comparing District Cooling with the VRF technology. He has subjected the two to a severe test based on parameters he feels ought not to be ignored or dismissed. And he has pronounced a verdict. Now, it might not go down well with one of the camps, but in his considered opinion, that is what it is.

Posted: August 18, 2025

In an eclectic interaction with Surendar Balakrishnan of Climate Control Middle East, H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, the CEO of Empower, highlights key milestones achieved as a District Cooling utility, the impact of the IPO and the technological innovations that have broken down barriers for the advancement of District Cooling. Excerpts from the interview…

Posted: August 1, 2025

AHRI says the initiative is designed to support member companies in their efforts to identify viable next-generation refrigerants while avoiding duplicative testing efforts across the industry

Posted: July 29, 2025

Utpal Joshi of Daikin MEA elaborates on the technical pathways and strategic priorities

Posted: July 14, 2025

Dubai conference emphasises stakeholder unity, regulations, Environmental Product Declarations; becomes an occasion for the signing of an MoU between AHRI MENA and ASHRAE Falcon Chapter, and the unveiling of the MENA HVACR Expo

Posted: July 1, 2025

Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and the UAE have ratified the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, a significant step towards reducing HFC emissions and aligning with global climate goals. However, effective implementation requires robust policies, infrastructure upgrades and industry collaboration, says Murad Abu-Salimah of Danfoss

Posted: June 9, 2025

Building owners are increasingly dependent on refrigerant leak sensors to meet regulatory demands and minimise operational costs. However, sensor selection, installation and maintenance pose critical challenges

Posted: May 31, 2025

Responding to the global call for accelerated climate action, Scandinavia is presenting scalable HVACR solutions, where policy, innovation and education converge

Posted: May 31, 2025

Temperatures in the Middle East region are rising twice as fast as the global average. And the summer phenomenon of soaring mercury levels puts immense strain on HVAC systems, escalating energy consumption and greater inefficiencies in cooling.

Posted: April 30, 2025