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The Cold Truth About Phasedowns: What an HFC Phasedown IS

HFCs are not being “phased out.” However, some countries are already implementing HFC “phase-down” regulations. So, what exactly is an HFC phasedown?

The Cold Truth About Phasedowns: What an HFC Phasedown is NOT

It is important that HVACR professionals understand what HFC phasedown policy shifts mean and, just as important, what they don’t mean for the future of the industry.

HFO Degradation Comes Into Focus | Biomagnification of TFA

A recent peer-reviewed study published in Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics reveals new information on rainwater concentrations of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) from the degradation of projected HFO-1234yf usage in India, China, and the Middle East through 2040.

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“You Can’t Patent CO2” is a Patently False Claim

It’s not uncommon to see questionable marketing claims and product narratives in the HVACR industry. The latest assertion should really give operators pause: “CO2 can’t be patented.” What does this claim even mean?

Do You Know Where Your Ammonia Refrigerant Has Been?

Refrigerant-grade ammonia is not the “natural” solution it’s marketed to be. In our latest infographic, Do you know where your ammonia refrigerant has been?, we illustrate the dangers of refrigerant-grade ammonia.

What’s the Big Deal about Hydrocarbon Charge Sizes?

As the HVACR industry takes on the responsibility of designing equipment with a lower overall impact on the environment, the use of highly flammable hydrocarbons (Class 3) in refrigerating appliances is one of the solutions being considered.