Global Refrigeration Outlook to be Unveiled at ICR 2027 in Seoul

The International Institute of Refrigeration is developing the first edition of the Global Refrigeration Outlook, a new flagship publication designed to assess the current state, future evolution and societal impact of refrigeration technologies worldwide.

Approved by the IIR Scientific and Technical Council in June 2025, the report is scheduled for launch at the International Congress of Refrigeration (ICR 2027) in Seoul, South Korea, under the chairmanship of Professor Xianting Li (Tsinghua University) and with Professor Jocelyn Bonjour (INSA Lyon) serving as co-chair. The report will provide evidence-based analysis and forward-looking scenarios covering the entire temperature spectrum, from cryogenic applications to high-temperature heat pumps.

The Global Refrigeration Outlook is primarily designed to support policymakers and public authorities involved in climate, energy, industrial and development strategies. Positioned at the interface between science and policy, the report will evaluate how refrigeration technologies contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation, energy efficiency, food security, healthcare, industrial productivity and equitable access to cooling services. Beyond its policy focus, the publication will also serve researchers, industry stakeholders and international organizations, analyzing technology trends, energy use, emissions, innovation pathways and regulatory frameworks across the full spectrum of refrigeration applications.