Transitioning to Low-GWP Alternatives in Commercial Refrigeration
Nov 18, 2024 · This fact sheet provides current information on low global warming potential (GWP) alternative refrigerants to high-GWP hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) for use in commercial refrigeration equipment.
List of Low GWP Refrigerants: 69 Refrigerants Below 500 GWP
To help you out with figuring out which refrigerants have low GWP, we have created a list of 69 refrigerants with the lowest GWP (from 0 GWP to 500 GWP). You can find the whole chart below.
Understanding GWP: Low-GWP Refrigerants Explained - Lennox
Low-GWP refrigerants are composed of elements and compounds that produce minimal greenhouse gas effects, such as hydrogen, carbon, and fluorine. Refrigerants with high GWP often contain chlorine.
The Ins & Outs of Low-GWP Refrigerants | G.A. Larson
Oct 2, 2024 · A low-GWP refrigerant offers an optimized balance between performance, safety, and sustainability as it can enhance energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of a system.
Finding the Refrigerant with the Lowest GWP: A Comprehensive …
Jan 6, 2025 · Some common examples of low GWP refrigerants include hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) like HFO-1234yf and HFO-1234ze, which have GWP ratings significantly lower than traditional refrigerants such as R-134a.
Low-GWP Refrigerants: What They Are and Why They Matter
Low-GWP refrigerants are cooling agents designed with a reduced Global Warming Potential (GWP), a measure of how much a substance contributes to global warming compared to carbon dioxide.
This fact sheet provides current information on low global warming potential (GWP)1 alternative refrigerants to high-GWP hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) for use in residential and commercial air conditioning (AC) equipment, including chillers.
Low-GWP Refrigerant Options for Sustainable Refrigeration
Environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives are driving the commercial refrigeration industry toward low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant alternatives. Copeland's new webinar series addresses key challenges, considerations and landmarks on the road ahead.
Streamlining the Low-GWP Refrigerant Transition with Smart Tools
Mar 13, 2025 · Because ASHRAE has categorized these emerging low-GWP refrigerants with an A2L low-flammability classification, contractors will be required to adjust many existing refrigerant usage, storage and transportation protocols.
What to Know About Transitioning to Low-GWP Refrigerant
Dec 23, 2024 · Advancements in refrigerant sensors and controls can help to deliver these benefits as the industry adapts to the use of low-GWP A2L and natural refrigerants (e.g., R744/CO2 and R290/Propane).