Andre Patenaude

Andre Patenaude, C.E.T. is the director of solutions strategy at Copeland. He is responsible for supporting system-related innovation and leveraging Copeland’s global cold chain to drive adoption of integrated solutions in North America. He has led marketing efforts pertaining to Copeland’s food retail and chiller markets, as well as managed Copeland’s global CO₂ development. 

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Distributed Refrigeration Gets a Natural Boost with CO₂

New compression technology paves the way for ultra-low-GWP refrigeration flexibility

Andre Patenaude

February 18, 2026

 CO₂ refrigeration is moving beyond larger systems as improved CO₂ scroll compressors make smaller, distributed R-744 units increasingly practical and appealing.

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Optimizing CO2 Systems for Year-Round Efficiency

Exploring low-side evaporator and superheat optimization techniques can help save energy

Andre Patenaude

October 15, 2025

A recent study has uncovered significant opportunities for year-round energy savings on CO2 refrigeration systems through the use of low-side strategies.

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How Contractors Can Help Small Grocers Keep Their Cool

Strategies for deciding when to repair, retrofit, or replace their refrigeration systems

Andre Patenaude

May 6, 2025

Strategic upgrades, smart resource use, and funding opportunities can help contractors guide small grocers through the refrigerant transition.

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Flattening the CO2 Learning Curve

Understanding key differences between CO₂ and HFC refrigeration systems

Andre Patenaude

April 19, 2025

As CO2 refrigeration gains traction, industry advancements are simplifying adoption and refining best practices in order to flatten the learning curve for these systems.

CO2 Refrigeration Fundamentals: Servicing Tips

Andre Patenaude

June 10, 2022

In the first installment of a technical series from Emerson, the company reviews some key tips that technicians need to be aware of when servicing CO₂ transcritical booster systems.

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In this webinar, we'll walk you through exactly what to get in place before you add AI to your business. You'll leave with a clear picture of where you stand today and a practical action plan to set yourself up for real results.

Andre Patenaude

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Distributed Refrigeration Gets a Natural Boost with CO₂

Optimizing CO2 Systems for Year-Round Efficiency

How Contractors Can Help Small Grocers Keep Their Cool

Flattening the CO2 Learning Curve

CO2 Refrigeration Fundamentals: Servicing Tips

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