Refrigerants

BITZER's IRN 2025 to Focus on Natural Refrigerants

Paul Richard

02 Mar 2026 — 1 min read

The Industrial Refrigeration Network (IRN) Conference 2025 will focus on sustainable practices within the sector. Hosted by BITZER at the SCHAUFLER Academy in Rottenburg-Ergenzingen, Germany, on June 4-5, the English-language event will gather European thought leaders to examine future-proof industrial refrigeration solutions. The conference will focus on safe, future-proof and energy-efficient solutions based on natural refrigerants, addressing concerns around safety, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The conference will incorporate keynotes, technical presentations from various sector stakeholders, and exhibitions from conference sponsors, including demonstrations of BITZER's Ammonia Compressor Packs (ACPs). The event aims to bring together manufacturers, installers, contractors, planners, end users, and scientific representatives, alongside industry associations like Eurammon and IIAR (International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration). This concentrated focus suggests a strategic industry re-evaluation of refrigerant selection.

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