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New Daikin System Identifies Slow Refrigerant Leaks

October 18, 2023

By identifying slow refrigerant leaks, Charge Integrity enables Daikin Comfort Pro contractors to address these issues before they become severe.

EPA Issues Final Rule on HFC Phasedown

A proposed rule on managing and reusing existing HFCs was also published

Joanna R. Turpin

October 8, 2023

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Under EPA's final rule, the manufacture of most R-410A equipment will not be allowed after January 1, 2025.

California Looks to Further Reduce HFC Emissions

CARB seeks input on how to increase recovery and spur adoption of low-GWP refrigerants

September 28, 2023

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Despite current rules, California is coming up short on reducing HFC emissions and is seeking input from the public on how to identify further cuts.

Planning for Potential Refrigerant Shortages

An HVAC Minute Video Update: September 25, 2023

Hannah Belloli

September 25, 2023

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Experts are predicting the steep reduction in HFC refrigerants could result in the shortage of popular refrigerants, such as R-410A and R-134a, as well as a spike in refrigerant prices.

Infographic: HFC Refrigerant Phasedown Timeline

Tracking the life cycle of HFCs from 2020 to 2036

September 10, 2023

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The federal AIM Act passed in 2020, giving the U.S. EPA the authority to phase down the import and production of high-GWP HFC refrigerants, such as R-410A and R-134a. Are you ready for life after R-410A? This infographic clarifies the schedule.

Get Ready For 40% Cut In HFC Production in 2024

HVACR contractors need to plan for possible refrigerant shortages and price hikes

Joanna R. Turpin

September 4, 2023

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The 40% reduction in HFC production in 2024 could profoundly affect HVACR contractors, which is why it is crucial to prepare now in order to minimize disruptions in this shifting landscape.

Crafting An Effective Refrigerant Management Plan

Regulatory mandates mean food retailers must carefully measure and track refrigerant use

Joanna R. Turpin

August 10, 2023

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At a recent GreenChill webinar, the experts from DC Engineering provided insights on how to create a strategic leak reduction and refrigerant management plan.

EPA Finalizes 2024-2028 HFC Allocation Rule

The 40% cut in HFC production will use similar methodology as 2022-2023 rule.

Joanna R. Turpin

July 13, 2023

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EPA has issued its final rule that outlines the methodology that it will use to reduce HFC production by 40% in 2024-2028.

Aldi Chooses R-290 Heat Pumps For New Stores In UK

Vaillant’s aroTHERM plus equipment uses 60% less refrigerant than HFC units

July 5, 2023

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Equipment manufacturer Vaillant will provide its R-290 air-source heat pumps to Aldi stores across the UK.

Elastocaloric Technology Could Be Next-Gen Cooling System

University of Maryland researchers believe technology could be commercially viable in a few years

July 3, 2023

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Elastocaloric cooling technology developed by University of Maryland researchers is environmentally friendly and could represent the next generation of cooling equipment.