Refrigeration

Need to learn more about refrigeration?

We are excited to launch our latest range of Refrigeration training from The Clean Cooling Academy.

Refrigeration plays an extremely important role for food and health; and the need is growing rapidly as our climate warms. It is also a vital means to reduce food loss, increase income for farmers and food chain operators and ensure highly nutritious products are available for all. 

We are offering a range of refrigeration courses with essential hands-on training in many areas from the best practices for maintaining optimal product temperatures in post-harvest management, to the importance of monitoring the performance of cold chain equipment.

"This isn't just a day in the classroom, come join us and learn from facilitator-led discussions, practical workshops, interactive activities and meet like-minded students."

Choose Your Refrigeration Course

Introduction to Sustainable Refrigeration for a Cooler World
Introduction to Sustainable Refrigeration for a Cooler World

Building a foundational understanding of refrigeration systems, its role across various industries, and some of the advancements in sustainable and energy-efficient cooling technologies. 

Temperature Measurement and Control in Refrigeration
Temperature Measurement and Control in Refrigeration

Temperature is one of the most critical variables in ensuring the quality, safety, and efficiency in refrigerated environments. In both health and agricultural product handling, improper temperature control can result in spoilage, energy waste, and regulatory non-compliance. 

Brazing Techniques for Refrigeration Systems
Brazing Techniques for Refrigeration Systems

In the refrigeration industry, the quality of brazed joints is critical. Whether installing or repairing systems, proper brazing ensures leak-free, durable, and efficient performance. It helps prevent refrigerant loss, reduces environmental impact, and supports the safe use of natural refrigerants, which may be flammable or toxic.

Temperature management and monitoring in post-harvest management
Temperature management and monitoring in post-harvest management

Effective post-harvest management is a cornerstone of a resilient and profitable fresh produce supply chain. Amongst the various practices involved, temperature control and monitoring stand out as the first line of defence in preserving quality, safety and reducing losses.

General Health and Safety In Refrigeration
General Health and Safety In Refrigeration

Participants will be introduced to essential safety concepts including hazard identification, risk assessment, personal protective equipment (PPE), electrical safety, emergency procedures, and the safe handling of tools and equipment. Emphasis will be placed on practical, real-world applications.

Refrigeration Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting
Refrigeration Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting

As cooling systems become more complex, the ability to quickly and accurately diagnose faults is critical for ensuring optimal system performance, minimizing downtime, reducing operational costs, and maximising energy efficiency.

Refrigerants: selection, safety & environmental impact
Refrigerants: selection, safety & environmental impact

This one-day intensive training is designed to build essential understanding of refrigerant types, their properties, safety classifications, and the environmental implications of their use - equipping participants to make informed and responsible choices in refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) applications.

Foundation course on Phase Change Materials (PCMs)
Foundation course on Phase Change Materials (PCMs)

This one-day foundation course outline on Phase Change Materials (PCMs), designed to balance theory and hands-on practical experiments. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the science behind phase change and thermal energy storage.

Featured Training Courses

Brazing Techniques for Refrigeration Systems
Whether installing or repairing systems, proper brazing ensures leak-free, durable, and efficient performance
24th June 2025, Kigali, Rwanda

Temperature Measurement and Control in Refrigeration
Theory and hands-on practice, enabling participants to develop knowledge and skills for temperature management
30th June 2025, Kigali, Rwanda

Refrigerants: selection, safety & environmental impact
Build an understanding of refrigerant types, their properties, safety classifications, and the environmental implications of their use
10th July 2025, Kigali, Rwanda

Foundation in Cold-Chain
Baseline knowledge on cold-chain, refrigeration, post-harvest management, and food and pharma requirements in the supply chain.
14th July 2025, Kigali, Rwanda

Foundation in Cold-Chain Student

The Foundation in Cold-Chain course opened my eyes to the vital role that energy-efficient, sustainable cold-chains play in reducing post-harvest losses, improving food security, and strengthening Rwanda’s agri-food systems.

Train the Trainer Student

Thanks to ACES, I am more equipped to drive sustainable transformation in Rwanda’s agriculture sector. I highly encourage other professionals to join these life-changing programmes.

Events & Webinars

Exclusive lectures and workshops from the Clean Cooling team and partners.

Festival of Cooling

The Clean Cooling Network and ACES are hosting a week-long, public engagement “Festival of Cooling” at the ACES Campus in Kigali, Rwanda, and via an outreach programme.

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Industry Professional

It's a pleasure for me to join this community to learn more about the cold chain. Thank you for this opportunity to boost my knowledge in this field.

Photography Student

The training this last few days has been nothing short of amazing. I’ve learnt so much and growing already as a photographer and it’s all thanks to you and Mireille. I can’t wait for what’s ahead, thank you so much! - Caroline Namara