Carrier Chooses R-32 Refrigerant for Commercial Scroll Chillers
Refrigerant due to its benefits regarding environmental sustainability
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As part of its commitment to provide customers with solutions that use the right refrigerant for each application, Carrier has selected R- 32 refrigerant to replace R-410A refrigerant, a high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant, in commercial chillers using scroll technology. R-32 was chosen for its lower environmental impact, high energy efficiency, wide availability, and ease of use. In Europe, the refrigerant will be offered in some scroll chillers beginning in the first half of 2020. Introductions will follow in other regions and all will meet UN Montreal Protocol Kigali Amendment regulations taking effect in 2023.
“Carrier focuses the right refrigerant for each application in order to provide the very best solutions for our customers,” said Chris Nelson, president, HVAC, Carrier. “After thorough evaluation of the options, Carrier selected R-32 for scroll chillers and heat pumps for its lower impact on the environment, reaffirming our continued commitment to sustainability.”