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Joanna R. Turpin

Joanna Turpin is a Senior Editor at The ACHR NEWS. She can be contacted at 248-786-1707 or joannaturpin@achrnews.com. Joanna has been with BNP Media since 1991, first heading up the company’s technical book division before moving over to The ACHR NEWS, where she frequently writes about refrigerants and commercial refrigeration. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Washington and worked on her master’s degree in technical communication at Eastern Michigan University.

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Portable HVAC Equipment Helps Customers Keep Their Cool

Versatile units can provide facilities with both temporary and long-term solutions

Joanna R. Turpin

July 10, 2023

Portable cooling systems work well as temporary solutions and can also serve as long-term options for unconditioned spaces like factories and warehouses.

A2Ls Already in Widespread Use Across the Pond

Refrigerant transition also well underway in the U.S., with steep HFC cut next year

Joanna R. Turpin

July 1, 2023

The HFC phasedown is well underway in the U.S., and we will soon see A2L equipment becoming available, just like in Europe.

Chillers Go Green With Low-GWP Refrigerants

Manufacturers are offering new solutions that comply with EPA regulations

Joanna R. Turpin

June 23, 2023

Manufacturers are offering low-GWP refrigerant alternatives, as EPA is proposing a 700 GWP limit for most new comfort cooling chillers starting in 2025.

HVAC Solutions Help Data Centers Achieve Sustainability

The right equipment can reduce energy consumption, as well as the carbon footprint

Joanna R. Turpin

June 19, 2023

The rapid expansion of data centers has raised concerns about their massive energy use and carbon footprint. However, adopting sustainable HVAC solutions can reduce a data center’s environmental impact and energy consumption.

Chilling Changes Ahead: An Update on Refrigerant Regulations

New rules guide the transition to low-GWP alternatives, while future regulations could target PFAS

Joanna R. Turpin

June 13, 2023

There are numerous federal regulations, state building codes, and safety standards that are supporting the transition to low-GWP refrigerants. Copeland recently outlined some of these issues in a webinar.

Compressors Are Key To Decarbonization In HVACR

Variable-speed technology can help end users meet their sustainability goals

Joanna R. Turpin

May 31, 2023

HVACR systems consume a significant amount of energy, which leads to increased carbon emissions. Manufacturers have found that the variable-speed compressor may be the solution to this problem.

Commercial Cooling Showcase 2023

Manufacturers introduce equipment designed to handle hot weather

Joanna R. Turpin

May 29, 2023

The annual Commercial Cooling Showcase highlights state-of-the-art equipment that often incorporates service-friendly features for contractors, as well as energy efficiency and comfort for end users.

Europe Faces ‘Perfect Storm’ of Refrigerant Regulations

PFAS and calls for a faster HFC phasedown are driving legislative action in the EU

Joanna R. Turpin

May 20, 2023

Europe is enacting new stricter refrigerant regulations, in response to PFAS and calls for a faster HFC phasedown.

Growth and Praise May Outweigh a Raise

Retaining workers involves more than just money

Joanna R. Turpin

May 16, 2023

Competition for skilled HVACR technicians is becoming more intense, so contractors will need to put in significant efforts to retain their workforce.

EPA Finalizes SNAP Rule 25, Proposes SNAP Rule 26

Rules would allow the use of A2L refrigerants in some new comfort cooling and refrigeration equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

May 8, 2023

EPA finalized SNAP Rule 25 and proposed SNAP Rule 26, both of which allow the use of A2L refrigerants in some new air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

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