CREED: Cooling and refrigeration emissions and energy data working group formed

International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) and UNEP-led Cool Coalition announced the formation of a new working group titled ‘Cooling and Refrigeration Emissions and Energy Data Working Group (CREED).

This initiative aims to bring together experts in the field to share experiences, discuss, and agree on a consistent IIR-UNEP led-Cool Coalition methodology. The goal is to achieve accurate estimations of current greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the refrigeration sector and provide the best estimates for future emissions. By developing a reliable database and a robust methodology, this working group aims to provide essential support to policymakers and industry stakeholders. The resulting tool will facilitate better decision-making and help countries create effective strategies to meet their climate goals.

The primary objectives of this working group are to – 

Consolidate Expertise: Bringing together leading experts in refrigeration to foster knowledge exchange. 

Develop Methodology: Establish a consistent and accurate methodology for estimating GHG emissions. 

Support NDCs: Develop a tool to assist countries and governments in achieving their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) by providing appropriate scenarios and strategies. 

The kick-off meeting for this working group took place at the IIR Conference on Sustainability and the Cold Chain ICCC24 in Tokyo. The event marked a significant step forward in the collaborative effort to address CO2 emissions in the refrigeration sector. The working group is led by Graeme Maidment, the President of IIR Commission E2 : Heat Pumps and Energy Recovery, who brings extensive experience and expertise to guide this initiative.