The Catalan Association of Energy, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians, ACTECIR , is a non-profit organization that brings together, in Catalonia, technicians, professionals, and supporters in air conditioning (cold and heat), ventilation, refrigeration, and energy activities.

AREA is the European organization of air-conditioning, refrigeration, and heat pump (RACHP) contractors. Established in 1988, AREA voices the interests of 26 national members from 22 European countries, representing more than 9,000 companies across Europe (mainly small to medium-sized enterprises), employing some 125,000 people and with an annual turnover approaching € 20 billion.

The Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) is the trade association representing manufacturers of HVACR and water heating equipment, within the global HVACR industry. AHRI’s 315 member companies manufacture quality, efficient, and innovative residential and commercial air conditioning, space heating, water heating, and commercial refrigeration equipment and components for sale in North America and around the world.

Association of Cold Companies and Their Technologies (AEYFT) is the Spanish Association for Refrigeration Technology. This independent non-profit organization represents its (mainly small and medium-sized) member companies covering several activities: consulting, contracting, distribution, information, installation, maintenance, manufacturing, repair, and training related to the different aspects of the refrigeration sector.

California Energy Commission (CEC) is the primary energy policy and planning agency, committed to reducing energy costs and environmental impacts of energy use - such as greenhouse gas emissions - while ensuring a safe, resilient, and reliable supply of energy. Established in 1974, the Energy Commission has seven core responsibilities.

The Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE) is the professional body for the UK plumbing and heating industry. It is also an educational charity. As the professional body for the UK plumbing and heating industry, the CIPHE has represented, supported and developed members since 1906.

Founded in 1993, Eurovent Certita Certification is recognized as a world class organization in the field of third party product performance certification for Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration products. They include HVAC-R consultants, Energy Engineering offices, Architects and product end-users, the most comprehensive data base of certified products, covering up to 40 product families.

With 100+ years experience in the design and remediation of high performance temperature conditioning systems for the pharmaceutical and semi-conductor industry, Farrar Scientific is uniquely positioned with precision equipment and personnel to accurately provide exacting analysis of the operation and performance of each component within the refrigeration system and the impact of each component on the overall system.

Global Optimism is a purpose driven enterprise focused on social and environmental change. Global Optimism exists to precipitate a transformation from pessimism to optimism as a method of creating social and environmental change.

International Accreditation Forum (IAF) is the world association of Conformity Assessment Accreditation Bodies. Its primary function is to develop a single worldwide programme of conformity assessment, which reduces risk for business and its customers by assuring them that accredited certificates may be relied upon.

The International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) is devoted to the principles of sustainable laboratories and related high-technology facilities, from design to engineering to operation. Through worldwide partnerships and the exchange of technical expertise, I2SL will encourage the development of high-tech facilities that address the rapid pace of science, medicine, research, and development in a dynamic environment.

IIAR is the world's renowned advocate for the safe, reliable and efficient use of ammonia and other natural refrigerants. IIAR members share their collective knowledge and experience to produce consensus documents that address various aspects of the natural and industrial refrigeration industry. IAR sets the standard for providing advocacy, education and the most up-to-date technical information to the ammonia and natural refrigeration community.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. delivers innovative and integrated solutions across a wide range of industries from commercial aviation and transportation to power plants and gas turbines, and from machinery and infrastructure to integrated defense and space systems.

With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. The OSH Act covers most private sector employers and their workers, in addition to some public sector employers and workers in the 50 states and certain territories.

OpenTherm is a non-manufacturer-dependent system of communication between modulating HVAC appliances and room thermostats. It consists of a communication protocol and an interface specification. The OpenTherm communication protocol is primarily designed to control modulating heating appliances. The protocol is available to members of the OpenTherm Association only.

The RPA is an international trade association comprised of individuals and companies dedicated to increasing the use of radiant heating and cooling technologies through education and the development of codes and standards language reflecting best practices. RPA manufacturing members produce the tubing, valves, heat sources, emitters and controls used in radiant floors. RPA engineers and architects design high efficiency radiant hydronic systems.

As a globally recognized professional body, everything that Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors do is designed to effect positive change in the built and natural environments. Through their respected global standards, pioneering professional progression, and their trusted data and insight, RICS promotes and enforce the highest professional standards in the development and management of land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure.

Founded in 2003, Utilita was created to challenge the Big 6 energy suppliers by empowering everyone with a fair and flexible service that’s good for the pocket and planet.

Viscofan - The Viscofan Group is the world leader in artificial casings for meat products which it distributes in over 100 countries worldwide. Thanks to the Viscofan Group’s wide range of technologies and its employees' know-how, it offers innovative solutions that are transforming the artificial casings market.