Refrigerants: Rethinking their Role in Electrification
This panel will analyze the impacts of the EPA's Technology Transitions Program, including the phasedown of HFCs and the adoption of A2L refrigerants, which present new challenges for design teams and building owners. Panelists will explore the roles of refrigerants in shaping the electrification strategies of new and existing buildings, while proposing innovative HVAC design alternatives to minimize refrigerant use. Attendees will gain strategies to adapt to regulatory changes, advancing safe, sustainable, and cost-effective HVAC designs for a low-carbon future.
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Harbor 1
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Credit pending for AIA, BOC, BPI, GBCI, MA CSL, NAHB, NARI, PHI, Phius, and RESNET certification.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify and analyze key issues related to refrigerant use, such as environmental and safety impacts, costs, and Global Warming Potential (GWP)
- Assess and review different refrigerant types, system designs, and their roles in electrification
- Evaluate and compare current HVAC technologies and system options
- Develop and implement practical strategies for adapting to regulatory changes and adopting innovative HVAC solutions