Latin America. With the arrival of the year 2025, the prestigious CALA AWARDS open applications and are preparing to once again recognize the best HVAC/R installations in Latin America. This award, organized by ACR Latinoamerica, which highlights the most outstanding air conditioning and refrigeration systems projects in the region, will be presented in a special ceremony during Refriamericas Santo Domingo.
The awards ceremony will be held on July 23, 2025 on the show floor of the Sans Soucí Ports Convention Center, where the winner for the Best HVAC/R Facility of the Year 2025 will be announced. In this edition, two categories will be awarded: Best Air Conditioning Project and Best Refrigeration Project.
Apply your project here.
Selection process
The selection process for the winners will begin with the evaluation of the nominated projects by a jury of industry experts. This jury will analyse the projects and choose three finalists in each category. Subsequently, the winners will be selected through a virtual vote that will take place during the months of June and July, through the websites of the ACR Latinoamerica magazine and Refriaméricas.
To choose the finalists, the jury will take into account the following criteria:
• The incorporation of cutting-edge technologies in the project.
• The positive impact of these technologies on the intervened space, optimising its operation and sustainability.
• The relevance and significance of the project for the benefit of the region or the country.
• The projection of the project into the future.
Learn more about the CALA AWARDS here.
"The CALA AWARDS continue to be a platform to recognize innovation and excellence in the HVAC/R sector in Latin America, celebrating technological advances and projects that make a difference in the region," said Duván Chaverra, Editorial Chief of ACR Latinoamerica.
Sponsor the CALA AWARDS
The CALA AWARDS Platinum Sponsorship offers unparalleled visibility for your brand, including visual recognition in all promotional elements, comprehensive media coverage before, during and after the awards, and featured advertising in the partner magazine (Full Page!). In addition, you will have exclusive access to the gala dinner with the finalists and you will participate directly in the awards ceremony. With the CALA AWARDS, your brand is associated with excellence and innovation. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to stand out and connect with influential leaders from various disciplines!
* For more information about the sponsorship of the CALA Awards write to Duván Chaverra at the email: [email protected]
