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Beyond HFCs: The Advantages of CO2 Refrigeration

Transitioning to CO2 can lead to a greener, more cost-effective operation

March 31, 2025

The HFC phasedown is set to drive shortages of popular refrigerants like R-404A and R-507A, positioning CO2 as a compelling alternative.

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University of Kansas Receives $26M for Refrigerant Research

The University is partnering with Chemours to create a circular refrigerant economy

Mark B. Shiflett

Charles Allgood, Ph.D

March 31, 2025

KU's EARTH is conducting groundbreaking research that tackles technical, environmental, and economic challenges head-on to build a sustainable, circular refrigerant economy.

The Never-Ending Refrigerant Race

 Another refrigerant transition is on the horizon, but is the real problem being ignored?

Joanna R. Turpin

March 28, 2025

At the AHR Expo, manufacturers rolled out their A2L systems, fueling debates about when — and how — the next refrigerant transition will happen.

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Teaching A2Ls: A Guide for Refrigeration Instructors

Training is necessary to ensure technicians know how to safely work with the new refrigerants

Don Fort

March 21, 2025

As A2Ls become more popular, students and technicians need to be trained on how to handle these mildly flammable refrigerants with confidence.

Contractors Should Plan Ahead to Obtain R-454B

A cylinder shortage is causing longer lead times for the new refrigerant

Joanna R. Turpin

March 20, 2025

With the busy summer season right around the corner, HVACR contractors and distributors are worried there won’t be enough R-454B to meet customer demand.

HVAC Tools for A2L Compliance

An HVAC Minute Video Update: March 17, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 17, 2025

These tools can aid technicians while meeting potential refrigerant requirements.

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BREAKING NEWS

Updated: EPA Reconsiders Refrigerant Rule

The Agency is Reevaluating the AIM Act's Technology Transition Rule

Joanna R. Turpin

March 13, 2025

The EPA is reconsidering the Technology Transition Rule, raising questions about what that could mean for the HVACR industry.

Grocer Shares How FlexCube System Revolutionizes Refrigeration

An HVAC Minute Video Update: March 12, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

March 12, 2025

An update on Hunter's Shop 'n Save that incorporated the FlexCube refrigeration system.

How to Maximize a CO₂ Refrigeration Retrofit with Carbon Credits

Reducing refrigerant emissions isn’t just good for the planet — it’s a potent financial opportunity

Herb Woerpel

March 10, 2025

By transitioning to ecofriendly refrigeration systems — such as CO₂ (R-744) — companies can turn sustainability into a financial advantage by generating and selling carbon credits. But how does this work, what role do HVAC businesses play in this growing carbon market, and is this a feasible solution going forward?

Thrive with R-32: Capitalize on Low-GWP Innovation

March 9, 2025

As more and more people demand indoor comfort, transitioning to R-32 is designed to be a low GWP refrigerant while delivering the performance and energy efficiencies needed to cool our homes and buildings.