Daikin Industries, Ltd., will exhibit at the TICAD Business Expo & Conference, a thematic event of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), to be held from August 20 to 22, 2025 at Pacifico Yokohama, Japan. Daikin’s booth will showcase high efficiency inverter air conditioners to contribute to reducing the challenges of expanding air-conditioning in Africa, as well as initiatives for local human-resource development.
Africa extends over a wide range of climates, from hot and humid rainforests to scorching deserts. As global warming drives even higher temperatures, reliable cooling is increasingly critical to ensuring safe, comfortable living environments. Air conditioning not only protects health but also improves working conditions and boosts productivity. While economic growth and urbanisation are poised to accelerate air conditioner adoption, the limited capacity of local power grids and the risk of higher greenhouse gas emissions from increased electricity demand remain major concerns.
To address these issues and expand access to cooling, Daikin is promoting high efficiency inverter air conditioners across the continent. By precisely controlling compressor speed, inverters can cut power consumption by about 50% compared to non-inverter models. The company has partnered with Nigerian research institutions to conduct demonstrations that verify these savings and to help develop local energy efficiency standards.
Daikin has also collaborated with vocational training schools in Africa to deliver hands-on programs that build installation and maintenance capabilities.
