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The commercial and industrial refrigeration sector is going green. This evolution is largely dictated by corporate environmental, social, and governance efforts; the demand for greater energy efficiency; government regulations; net-zero energy goals; and more.

The proper design, installation, and maintenance of these valves is vital for the safe operation of R-744 refrigeration systems, especially in industrial and commercial applications.

TJ Wheeler, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Friedrich, says the ramifications of installing A2L linesets will change “so many architectural dynamics of the way that buildings are built.”

NASRC to offer free training event for refrigeration technicians in Pittsburgh who want to learn more about natural refrigerants, such as CO₂ and propane.

In response to the AIM Act, Hensley Beverage chose to install new refrigeration equipment that uses the A2L refrigerant, R-454C.

At the AHR Expo, refrigerant and equipment manufacturers discussed strategies for navigating the challenges posed by the refrigerant transition in comfort cooling and its industry-wide impacts.

At an educational session at the AHR Expo, industry experts discussed the latest status of the AIM Act and also provided insights into which states have updated their building codes to allow the use of A2Ls.

Grocers and food retailers can adopt technology such as pressure exchangers with their CO₂ systems to increase energy efficiency while meeting climate goals.

The transition to A2Ls will likely serve as an interim solution. Europe has already embraced propane in certain heat pump systems, and the U.S. may follow suit, albeit with a different low-GWP refrigerant.

Tristam Coffin played a key role in facilitating Whole Foods' transition to natural refrigerants and currently provides guidance for other companies seeking sustainable solutions.