HFC refrigerants

HFC Phasedown Regulations Take Shape

Updates to codes and standards must first occur before flammable refrigerants can be used

March 24, 2021

This is shaping up to be a pivotal year in terms of refrigerant regulations, and keeping up with the developments will be crucial for HVACR contractors.

Maryland Starts Phasing Out HFCs

Popular refrigerants for refrigeration equipment are now prohibited

January 5, 2021

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The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) finalized regulations to phase out the use of HFCs and reduce methane emissions.

California Approves Rules To Phase Down HFCs

Regulations will affect most new air conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

December 18, 2020

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On Dec. 10, California adopted regulations to phase down the use of HFC refrigerants in commercial and industrial stationary refrigeration units.

A-Gas is a major U.S. refrigerant reclaimer and an importer of halocarbons, including R-32 and R-125. - The ACHR News

Illegal Imports Concern Refrigerant Manufacturers

Importers of Chinese HFCs may be evading U.S. antidumping laws

Joanna R. Turpin

June 24, 2019

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The new black market for refrigerants in the EU is not surprising. What may surprise some is that the same problem appears to exist in the U.S.

Congress, HFCs, and Taboo

Industry leaders pitch plans, but some words are off-limits

Robert Beverly

June 17, 2019

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Comments at the HARDI Fly-In about the reportedly upcoming industry-supported federal HFC phasedown legislation often sounded like Taboo rules.

A Lot of Questions About Refrigerants Coupled With a Lack of Answers

This hunger for knowledge about refrigerants is apparent all around the industry

Joanna R. Turpin

March 11, 2019

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Those in the HVACR industry can try to keep abreast of the issues through reading industry-related materials, attending conferences and workshops, and seeking out online training options.

Hussmann's new micro-distributed refrigeration system. - The ACHR News

EPA’s Proposed Changes to Section 608 Cause Concern in the Industry

Some HVACR professionals are wary about new rules regarding HFC leak repair/purchase

Joanna R. Turpin

January 14, 2019

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Basically, the proposed rule would roll back parts of Section 608 of its Refrigerant Management Regulations as it applies to HFCs.

Supreme Court Refuses HFC Refrigerant Case

With the last legal challenge exhausted, the future of HFCs remains unclear

Joanna R. Turpin

November 19, 2018

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In October, the Supreme Court decided not to review the case, leaving in place the 2017 ruling, which means for now, the use of high-GWP refrigerants, such as R-404A and R-410A, remains legal.

Our Nation Turns Its Lonely Eyes to the EPA for Unity

Joanna R. Turpin

November 12, 2018

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If finalized as proposed, the revised Refrigerant Management rule would, among other things, rescind the leak repair and maintenance requirements for substitute refrigerants.

New York to Phase Out HFC Refrigerants

September 14, 2018

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he phase out, which would be implemented from 2020-2024, is expected to reduce HFC emissions by more than 20 percent of projected levels by 2030. DEC will be seeking input on this proposal prior to proceeding with a formal rulemaking, with the intent of finalizing a rule in 2019.