World Refrigeration Day 2026: Epta advancing Cool Intelligence through conscious innovation

On June 26, we celebrate World Refrigeration Day, an international initiative dedicated to raising awareness of the vital role that refrigeration, air conditioning, and heat pump technologies play in modern society. From preserving food and safeguarding medicines to ensuring comfort in homes and workplaces, these systems have become essential to everyday life.

As a global leader in commercial refrigeration, Epta proudly joins this celebration by sponsoring the event and reaffirming its commitment to innovation and sustainability.

At the heart of Epta lies a clear Purpose: “Preserving our Planet with Conscious Innovation. Together.” More than a statement, it defines why Epta exists, inspires its daily work, and guides every decision across the organisation. Through its commitment to delivering reliable, integrated refrigeration solutions, Epta helps ensure safe and efficient access to food while supporting a more sustainable future.

This year’s World Refrigeration Day theme, “Cool Intelligence,” highlights the importance of smart thinking in the way cooling and sustainable heating systems are designed, installed, operated, and maintained. In an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, advanced technologies, and connected systems, cool intelligence goes beyond machines and algorithms. It represents the ability to anticipate future needs, improve efficiency, and create solutions that continue delivering value over time.

The global demand for cooling and sustainable heating continues to grow, making it more important than ever to focus not only on what systems achieve, but also on how they are delivered. The most effective solutions are those that are built for longevity, designed for efficiency throughout their entire lifecycle, and capable of adapting to changing environmental and operational conditions.

This vision is reflected in Epta’s offering, which combines performance and energy efficiency with environmental sustainability, digital intelligence, and connectivity. Technologies such as FTE 3.0 (Full Transcritical Efficiency) and ETE (Extreme Temperature Efficiency) enable retailers to use natural refrigerant CO₂ efficiently, even in hot climates. ETE guarantees the operation of transcritical CO₂ systems at temperatures above 40°C, helping extend sustainable refrigeration solutions worldwide. Supported by lifecycle services throughout the entire store journey, Epta’s solutions are designed to exceed expectations while enhancing the shopper experience.

Through its approach, summarised by the belief that “Good Never Stops,” Epta continues to invest in technologies and expertise that contribute to a more resilient and responsible refrigeration industry. Every solution is built to last because true innovation is not only about meeting today's challenges but also about preserving value for generations to come.

On World Refrigeration Day, Epta celebrates the people, technologies, and ideas that keep the world cool, connected, and sustainable—today and in the future.