Awards of Excellence

Industry Recognition

ACREX Awards of Excellence

The ACREX Awards of Excellence are the most prestigious recognition programme in the Indian HVAC&R industry. Now in their 25th year alongside the Silver Jubilee edition of ACREX, the awards celebrate outstanding achievement across innovation, sustainability, execution excellence, and industry leadership.

Nominations are evaluated by an independent panel of eminent industry experts, academics, and senior practitioners. Award presentations take place at a gala ceremony on the evening of 13 March 2026.

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Gala Awards Ceremony

13 March 2026
BEC, Mumbai
2026 Categories

Award Categories

Product Innovation Award

Recognising a product introduced or significantly improved in the past 12 months that advances the HVAC&R industry through innovation in design, performance, or environmental impact.

Green Building Project Award

Honouring an HVAC installation project that demonstrates exceptional energy efficiency, sustainability credentials, or innovative use of low-carbon technology.

Energy Efficiency Achievement

For an organisation that has implemented an exemplary energy management programme resulting in measurable, verified savings in building energy consumption.

Young Engineer of the Year

Celebrating an HVAC&R engineer under 35 who has demonstrated outstanding technical expertise, leadership, and contribution to the industry.

Lifetime Achievement Award

The highest individual honour, presented to a distinguished personality whose career has made a lasting and exceptional contribution to the Indian HVAC&R profession.

Best HVAC Installation

Recognising excellence in site execution, quality workmanship, and technical performance of an HVAC installation completed in 2024 or 2025.

Submit Your Nomination

Nominations for the 2026 Awards of Excellence are now open. Submit your entry before the deadline to be considered.