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UL Solutions, a service provider to the HVACR industry and various other sectors, has become the first official Silver Sponsor of the 2025 EUROVENTSUMMIT, taking place from 24-26 September, 2025, in Prague, Czechia. UL Solutions is a pioneer in applied safety science. It transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. The company delivers testing, inspection, and certification services, plus software and advisory offerings that support its customers’ product innovation and business growth. Environment for future generations This year’s EUROVENTSUMMIT is held under the theme #ManufacturingForTomorrow. The event will feature a specialized seminar program focused on sustainability and circularity, as this year’s Summit looks to highlight the work being done to ensure a better environment for future generations.  Participants of the Summit can also look forward to evening networking events where key HVACR industry stakeholders may connect and exchange views on current trending issues. Increase manufacturer satisfaction The event will feature a specialized seminar program focused on sustainability and circularity Dustin Steward, Director and Global Industry Lead at UL Solutions, stated: "We are thrilled to sponsor the summit for the third consecutive edition." He adds, "This event provides an excellent platform to share valuable insights, contribute our expertise towards a safer world and increase manufacturer satisfaction, all while learning from the knowledge of others and foster meaningful connections." Next generation of high-performance technologies Dustin Steward further elaborates: "At UL Solutions, we empower HVAC manufacturers to not only speed up their product launch timelines but also to optimize their efforts in developing the next generation of high-performance technologies. Our advanced testing facilities and deep understanding of regulatory frameworks enable us to support partners in navigating critical certification challenges, such as the A2L/A3 refrigerant transition." He continues, "Furthermore, we help manufacturers highlight their distinct advantages in competitive markets where consumers increasingly prioritize efficiency and reliability. Through our collaborative efforts, we aim to advance innovation, sustainability, and safety in an evolving industry." Future of HVACR manufacturing and sustainability Join Eurovent, Eurovent Certification and Eurovent Market Intelligence on 24-26 September 2025 in Prague at the next EUROVENTSUMMIT to shape the future of HVACR manufacturing and sustainability. Let’s build a more sustainable and competitive tomorrow together!

The Eurovent Task Force ‘IT Cooling’ (TF-ITC) participants have elected the group’s first Chairperson, Enrico Boscaro and its first Vice-Chairperson, Mario Scattolin. They will both serve in their positions for a 2-year term. Eurovent Task Force's initiatives Enrico Boscaro, Group Marketing Manager at CAREL, brings over 25 years of experience in the HVACR sector and has been an active member of Eurovent for many years. He is widely recognized for his leadership, technical expertise, and dedication to advancing the industry’s standards.  In his new role as Chairperson, Boscaro will oversee the Eurovent Task Force's strategic initiatives, focusing on shaping the future of the data center cooling sector across Europe. Scattolin’s commitment to sustainability Scattolin’s deep sense of the industry’s needs, coupled with his commitment to effectiveness Mario Scattolin, Global Compliance Director at Vertiv, will assume the role of Vice-Chairperson. He is an expert in IT cooling solutions with extensive experience in European and worldwide markets.  Scattolin’s deep understanding of the industry’s needs, coupled with his commitment to effectiveness and sustainability, will be instrumental in guiding Eurovent's initiatives toward greater efficiency, environmental responsibility, and technological advancement. Data center industry The new TF-ITC Chairperson, Enrico Boscaro, stated: “The data center industry is using a lot of energy, but from a global perspective it is providing technologies, from video conferencing to AI, that might result in global energy savings." "Nonetheless, the players in the data center cooling marketplace have always been striving to achieve energy efficiency." New technologies and EU regulations Boscaro added: "New technologies and new EU regulations are creating new challenges, but I am sure this group, made up of exceptionally skilled professionals, is willing to lead the way for the entire HVAC to aim at continuous improvement, to guarantee the best sustainability both from the environmental and the economic point of view." "I am honored to be the Chairperson of this group and will do my best to collect everyone’s contribution together with Mario, to combine all the members' knowledge and support the policymakers in this journey that will make our planet a better place.” Imperative need for decarbonization Eurovent members with information about ongoing developments in the data center cooling sector Marion Scattolin, TF-ITC Vice-Chairperson, mentioned: “I am honored and excited to serve as the Vice-Chairperson of the Task Force. In our increasingly interconnected world, the demand for computational power continues to grow exponentially. This growth parallels the critical need to address environmental impacts, climate change and the imperative need for decarbonization.” “Our Task Force is at the forefront of providing any useful information for defining the regulatory framework that will govern IT cooling products in Europe. We are committed to ensuring that these technologies not only meet rigorous safety standards but also improve the competitiveness of the sector and strengthen European energy autonomy." Developments in the data center cooling sector Scattolin added: "As we face the complexities ahead, collaboration will be key. Together, we can harness innovation to create sustainable solutions that align with our environmental goals while supporting economic growth. I look forward to working alongside each of you to advance our shared mission.” The Eurovent Task Force ‘IT Cooling’ was launched in December 2024 and provides Eurovent members with information about ongoing developments in the data center cooling sector. The Task Force is open to all Eurovent members.

The Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ (PG-FANS) participants have elected Julien Grilliat as the new group Chairperson. He will be supported by the newly elected Vice-Chairperson Simon Engert. Julien Grilliat, who takes on the role of the PG-FANS Chairperson, brings years of industry experience and technical knowledge. Advancing Innovation Julien Grilliat has been a key player in the fan technology sector while having deep understanding of industry He has been a key player in the fan technology sector and has demonstrated a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. As Chairperson, Julien will be supported by Simon Engert, as the newly elected Vice-Chairperson of the group. Simon brings a wealth of experience and a strategic vision for advancing the interests of the fan technology community. Engert has shown remarkable leadership and innovation throughout his career. The new appointments are a testament to their expertise, leadership, and commitment to driving forward innovation and standards in the fan technology industry. Commitment to Cooperation Julien Grilliat, Chairperson of PG-FANS, stated: “Following Uwe Sigloch’s footsteps, I gratefully accept this challenge and warmly thank Vice-Chair Simon Engert for helping alongside me. While the present context rather exhibits isolationism and competition, I do believe cooperation is needed more than ever for our industry to successfully find common solutions to common problems. Following this conviction, I will work fully committed to the role our members trusted me with.” Navigating Industry Challenges Simon Engert, Vice-Chairperson of PG-FANS, added: “I am honoured to be elected as Vice-Chairperson of the Eurovent PG-FANS. With my passion for the industry and commitment to its advancement, I will support the group and Chairperson Julien in facing the upcoming challenges for the fan industry.” “The new ErP-Regulation for fans has been published, implementation is underway, and the next revision is just a blink of an eye away. I am dedicated to ensuring the PG-FANS is well-prepared for these challenging times.” Honoring Industry Contributions The Eurovent Product Group ‘Fan Technology’ is home to European manufacturers of fans, industrial fans, fan units, dryers and related components. The group’s key tasks are advocacy of European and national legislation, EN, ISO and Eurovent standard development, promotion of the industry and export initiatives. The PG-FANS participants congratulated the former group’s Chairperson, Uwe Sigloch on his remarkable contributions to the HVAC industry and wish him well in the next chapter of his life.

The HVAC market in Europe is expected to show sustained growth in the upcoming years, but with variation among product segments. The decarbonisation strategies in Europe stimulate a strong demand for energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions. The heat pump market in particular has done exceptionally well, with double-digit growth for several years in a row. That’s the outlook from Eurovent, Europe’s Industry Association for Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, and Food Cold Chain Technologies. Its members from throughout Europe represent more than 1,000 organisations, the majority small and medium-sized manufacturers. Eurovent's Outlook “The growth perspectives of the HVAC market depend partly on the fate of the economy,” says Mr. Francesco Scuderi, Deputy Secretary General and Head of Heating and Cooling at Eurovent.  The erosion of multilateral trade relations has created uncertainty in the global economy, which is hampering investment. The issue most close to home for European businesses is the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union. The issue most close to home for European businesses is the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union McKinsey Global Institute’s recent global survey of company executives shows that 75% of companies expect to change their strategy due to trade tensions and 33% consider trade uncertainty to be their top concern. “This is a regrettable development,” says Scuderi. “At Eurovent, we have always stood for closer integration and the free movement of goods without unfair trade barriers.” Because of the climate, comfort cooling needs in Europe have typically been dwarfed by the demand for heating, he notes. Still today, more than 60% of the final energy consumption in EU households is attributable to space heating, whereas space cooling represents only a fraction of that according to the latest figures from Eurostat. Expansion Of The European AC Market Even so, the AC market in Europe has significantly expanded. The International Energy Agency estimates that the stock of installed equipment has grown from 44m units in 1990 to some 110m in 2019 and is expected to grow further still to an estimated 275m units by 2050. “While it is hard to gauge precisely the effects of climate change on the need for comfort cooling, more and more frequent extreme heat events have undoubtedly boosted AC sales in Europe, especially in recent years,” says Scuderi. Installed equipment has grown from 44m units in 1990 to some 110m in 2019 The big-picture trends in AC demand follow patterns of economic development, including improved electrification and increases in disposable income. The growth of AC sales in Europe is quite modest compared to the global trends, which have steepened as a result of rapid development in emerging economies like China, India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Mexico. However, whether additional income is spent to satisfy comfort cooling needs will always depend on climate. “A more interesting potential for the European market is the uptake of heat pumps for space heating purposes,” says Scuderi. “Although the heat pump market has experienced tremendous growth, it still accounts for only a small fraction of all space heating appliances in the EU. Greater acceptance for air conditioners as a heating solution will require educating the market on its advantages, and further strengthening incentive programmes. Although efficient solutions have significantly lower costs over the life cycle of the product, the cost at the point of purchase is usually higher.” Panels discuss the importance of the expansion of the European HVAC industry Energy Efficiency In the EU The European Union has made extensive efforts to decarbonise the economy through a set of important regulatory instruments. The foremost ones for the HVAC industry are the Energy Efficiency Directive, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, the F-Gas Regulation, and the Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations. The European Union has made extensive efforts to decarbonise the economy Eurovent strongly supports these initiatives, says Scuderi. “They make the building engineering sector more sustainable, encourage the uptake of highly efficient products, and stimulate further innovation and investment in R&D activities. All of this ensures that the European HVAC industry has a role to play in the built environment of tomorrow. Already today, the most energy efficient equipment is marketed in the EU, and the European building stock is on track to become carbon neutral by 2050. We need to work together with our international partners to ensure that the best market-available technologies prevail in more vulnerable markets as well.” Based on objective and verifiable data, members of Eurovent account for a combined annual turnover of more than 30bn EUR, employing around 150,000 people within the association’s geographic area. This makes Eurovent one of the largest cross-regional industry committees of its kind. The organization’s activities are based on democratic decision-making principles, ensuring a level playing field for the entire industry independent from organization sizes or membership fees. Members of Eurovent account for a combined annual turnover of more than 30bn EUR, employing around 150,000 people within the association’s geographic area Who Are Eurovent? As one of the oldest industry associations, Eurovent looks back at more than 60 years of association history. Eurovent today is the result of the merger of the associations CECMA, the European Committee of Constructors of Air Handling Equipment, and CECOMAF, the European Committee of Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturers, in June 1996. Eurovent’s Member Associations are major national sector associations from Europe that represent manufacturers in the area of Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, Food Cold Chain, and Industrial Ventilation technologies. The more than 1,000 manufacturers within the network (Eurovent “Affiliated Manufacturers” and “Corresponding Members”) are represented in Eurovent activities in a democratic and transparent manner. Eurovent invites everyone to the 2020 EUROVENTSUMMIT, the next edition of Europe’s major gathering for Indoor Climate (HVAC), Process Cooling, and Food Cold Chain Technologies. The 2020 EUROVENTSUMMIT will take place between 22 and 25 September 2020 in Antalya, Turkey. The event will seek to build bridges between manufacturers and consultants, planners, installers, trade associations and policy makers, between Europe, the East and beyond, towards more sustainable and circular products, towards more socially and environmentally responsible industry.