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The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is the only independent intergovernmental science and technology based organization which promotes knowledge of refrigeration and associated technolo...

The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is the only independent intergovernmental science and technology based organization which promotes knowledge of refrigeration and associated technologies that improve quality of life in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner including: - Food quality and safety from farm to consumer - Comfort in homes and commercial buildings - Health products and services - Low temperature technology and liquefied gas technology - Energy efficiency - Use of non-ozone depleting and low global warming refrigerants in a safe manner The bylaws of the IIR as an intergovernmental organization were defined by an International Agreement signed on December 1, 1954 and an Application Protocol signed on November 20, 1956. Members of the IIR include Member Countries (there are now 60). Member Countries take part in IIR activities via the commission members they select. Moreover, companies, laboratories, universities… can become corporate or benefactor members of the IIR.