Articles by Herb Woerpel

With new equipment hitting the market, contractors now need to know how to ensure it’s efficient.

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?

Publix provides a living, breathing example of how to properly move a supermarket chain from synthetic refrigerants to natural solutions.

Wetzel pours his heart and soul into the industry, delivering classroom lectures, recording countless podcast episodes, and leaving his fingerprints on as many compressors as possible.

The data paints a promising future; however, the question remains: who’s going to install and maintain all of these R-744 systems?

Chillventa 2024, held Oct. 13-15 in Nuremberg, Germany, showcased some of the world’s most innovative technologies to more than 33,000 attendees from 49 countries. Through more than 250 presentations, visitors were privy to the latest developments driving innovation throughout the HVAC industry.

As the industry continues to evolve, it’s essential for HVACR contractors to embrace comprehensive training programs that address both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience with CO₂ systems.

CO₂ refrigeration, which has gained significant traction in ice arenas and supermarket coolers, is now emerging as a groundbreaking technology revolutionizing the way we cool and heat across industries worldwide.

As Americans embrace a more sustainable future, the refrigeration equipment and architecture must continue to evolve

The escalating demand for sustainable, energy-efficient, and environmentally conscious cooling technologies presents a compelling business case for CO₂ refrigeration. And U.S. businesses are taking notice.