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Beginning January 1, 2020, the production and import of R22 will end. However, stockpiled and reclaimed/recycled R22 will still be legal to use.

With the EU F-Gas Regulation and HFC phase down, the pressure on HFCs, particularly when they have a high GWP, has considerably increased. Refrigerants have become precious goods. They are essential for the safe and reliable operation of your business – just as medicine can be essential for your life. Therefore, you cannot afford to take any risk.

Arkema Inc. Fluorochemicals Scientist Sarah Kim will be a presenter during an ASHRAE-sponsored webcast “The Future of Refrigerants: Unitary and VRF Systems” on April 17, 2019, 7pm-9pm EDT, with a repeat webcast on April 18, 11am-1pm EDT. The ASHRAE (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers) webcast will examine the world’s most prolific air-conditioning system configurations and how those systems will adapt to worldwide regulatory restrictions and corresponding advancements in refrigerant technology.

EFCTC launches a digital platform to gather and handle reports on HFC illegal trade activities, ensuring full confidentiality.

Arkema Inc. is proud to be a part of the Women in HVACR non-profit industry association and its mission to encourage diversity in the HVACR field, including its scholarship fund for women in engineering.