Effect of the carbon equivalent levy on refrigerant price and usage
A copy of the presentation on the effect of the carbon equivalent levy on refrigerant price and usage given by Michael McCann from ‘Thinkwell Australia’ given at AIRAH’s national carbon-equivalent levy seminars held in July/August 2012 can be downloaded from here read more →
National licensing proposals open for comment
Consultation Regulation Impact Statements outlining proposals to reform occupational licensing for property, plumbing and gasfitting and refrigeration and air‑conditioning occupations have been released by the COAG National Licensing Taskforce. The documents outline three possible options for occupational licensing reform – the status quo, national licensing and automatic mutual recognition. The refrigeration and air-conditioning occupations Consultation.. read more →
AREMA’ s expert knowledge
AREMA’s knowledge of market dynamics and technical expertise in the manufacturing and operation of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment is highly regarded by state and federal governments who seek out its assistance with developments impacting our industry. read more →
National Seminars on impact of Carbon Tax
The Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) is hosting a national series of free seminars explaining the impact of the carbon-equivalent levy on refrigerants. The levy, which came into effect July 1, will potentially impact anyone who owns or operates a refrigeration system. AIRAH’s seminars will explore how to reduce energy consumption.. read more →
Carbon Tax industry fact sheets
AREMA is working with AIRAH to develop fact sheets around the new HFC Levy and carbon charges associated with the Clean Energy Future Plan. This information will be made freely available to small and medium enterprises (owners and service providers) in refrigeration and air conditioning to help them deal with the impact on their business.. read more →
Forum on Retrofitting Lower Grade Buildings for Sustainability
The Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating (AIRAH) will be holding a forum on retrofitting lower-grade commercial buildings for sustainability. Three building owners will share their experiences of building refurbishment: the benefits, challenges, pitfalls and lessons learned. Also, Sustainability Victoria will discuss findings from recently completed research into this most topical subject. read more →
