Earlier this year, the Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NOPR)...
CO2 as a Refrigerant — Criteria for Choosing Refrigerants
This is post two of CO2 as a Refrigerant, a blog series covering the fundamental considerations...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Properties of R-744
This is post three of CO2 as a Refrigerant, a blog series covering the fundamental considerations...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Comparison of R-744 with Other Refrigerants
In post six of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I will compare CO2 to traditional and...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Introduction to CO2 Booster Operation
This is post four of CO2 as a Refrigerant, a blog series covering the fundamental considerations...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Five Potential Hazards of R-744
In the fifth post in this CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I will overview the potential hazards...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – R-744 Advantages and Disadvantages
In post seven of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I will weigh the relative advantages and...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Introduction to R-744 Refrigeration Systems
In post eight of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I provide an introduction of leading CO2...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Exploring CO2 Single-stage Systems
In post nine of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I explore the emerging potential for CO2...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Introduction to CO2 Booster Systems
In post 10 of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I examine the most common and widely adopted...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Introduction to Retail Cascade Systems
In post 11 of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I provide an introduction to CO2 cascade...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Selecting a Best-Fit System for Your Operation
For the final post of our CO2 as a Refrigerant blog series, I examine which CO2 system...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Blog Series Introduction
This is the first post of CO2 as a Refrigerant, a blog series covering the fundamental...
Five Considerations for Evaluating the Total Cost of Your Refrigerant Transition
After years of uncertainty for supermarket retailers, the transition to lower-global warming...
Complying With the EPA’s Final Technology Transitions Rule
In October, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final decision on its Technology...
CO2 Climate Study Validates the Effectiveness of Energy Optimization Strategies
Adoption of CO2 refrigeration system technologies is increasing rapidly in North America. Over the...
Retail Strategies for Achieving CARB Compliance
A global phasedown of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants is currently underway. On a national...
Top Five CO2 Myths Debunked
Adoption of CO2 refrigeration technologies is on the rise in U.S. food retail markets. Some early...
A2L Optimization Process Underway for Major Copeland Compressor Platforms
To meet the growing needs for lower-global warming potential (GWP) heating, air conditioning and...
[Webinar Recap] Reviewing Changes in the Refrigerant Regulatory Landscape
The regulatory wheels are in motion driving the migration from legacy hydrofluorocarbon (HFC)...
Exploring New Opportunities for CO2 at ATMOsphere America
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
A2L Refrigerants and Higher R-290 Charges Listed in Proposed SNAP Rule 26
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
Key Considerations for Safe A2L System Design and Application
The regulatory wheels are currently in motion to approve A2L refrigerants in commercial...
2023 Efficiency and Refrigerant Regulations Are Here: How Contractors and Wholesalers Prepared
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
[New Webinar]: Review the Latest Refrigerant Rulemaking and Safety Standards
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
Safety Standards Establish Usage Guidelines for A2L Refrigerants
The stage is set for the emergence of mildly flammable A2L refrigerants in U.S. commercial...
Understanding A2L Refrigerant Fundamentals — New Blog and Video Series
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
New EPA Proposal Drives Regulation of HFC Phasedown in HVACR
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
[Webinar Recap] The Growing Case for CO2 Refrigeration
When we consider the emerging class of low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, the...
[Webinar Recap]: Industry Lays Groundwork for A2L Refrigerant Adoption
The stage is set for the emergence of A2L refrigerants in U.S. commercial refrigeration. Driven by...
[New Webinar] Applying R-290 in Commercial Refrigeration Applications
In the transition away from refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP), R-290 (aka...
[Webinar Recap]: Align Lower-GWP Refrigerants With Applications and End User Preferences
Among the many dynamic trends, challenges and decisions facing commercial refrigeration end users...
[New Webinar] Navigating the CO2 Refrigeration Landscape
Among the emerging class of lower-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, CO2 (or R-744) is...
[New Webinar] Setting the Stage for A2L Adoption in Commercial Refrigeration
As we examine the next generation of lower-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant...
New Webinar Series: The Journey to Lower-GWP Refrigerants
The transition to refrigerants with lower global warming potential (GWP) is impacting stakeholders...
A2L Emergence: What’s Next for U.S.Commercial Refrigeration?
The emergence of A2L refrigerants is a topic of many conversations taking place among U.S....
[New Webinar]: Preparing for Emerging Refrigerants and CARB Compliance
After years of speculation and uncertainty, the phasedown of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants...
[Webinar Recap] The Latest in Refrigerant Rulemaking and Safety Standards
As we near the year’s halfway point, the HVACR industry is watching closely as the next steps in...
[New E360 Webinar] Regulatory Update: Stay Informed of the Latest Refrigerant Rulemaking
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
Discover the Case for Natural Refrigerants at ATMOsphere America
For decades, natural refrigerants have been used worldwide as environmentally friendly...
Warm-weather CO2 Strategy Helps Retailer to Hit Sustainability Target
The transition from hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants to lower-global warming potential (GWP)...
Regulatory Round-up: AIM Act, CARB, A3 and A2L Charge Limit Increases
If you’re like many stakeholders in the commercial refrigeration industry, you know how important...
Tracking CO2 Refrigeration Trends in the U.S.
Until recently, CO2 refrigeration systems in the U.S. have been perceived as exceptions to the...
CO2 Refrigeration Fundamentals: Servicing Tips
In the first blog in this series, we discussed the many distinguishing properties of CO2 (or...
[New E360 Webinar] Will Provide Regulatory Update on Refrigerant Rulemaking and Climate Initiatives
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
CO2 Refrigeration Fundamentals: Properties of R-744
The use of CO2 (or R-744) in commercial refrigeration is expected to rise significantly over...
CO2 Emerges as an Industrial Refrigerant Alternative to Ammonia
With its excellent thermodynamic properties and high efficiencies, ammonia (aka...
Long-awaited R-290 Charge Increase Opens New Refrigeration Opportunities
For many years, the use of flammable refrigerants — such the A3 hydrocarbon R-290 (or propane) —...
Retrofit and Remodel Strategies to Achieve Lower-GWP Refrigeration
Three decades ago, supermarket operators had few options for selecting environmentally friendly...
Ten Tips for Preventing Refrigerant Leaks in Supermarket Systems
Refrigerant leaks are a universal challenge for U.S. supermarket operators. These leaks are not...
[New E360 Webinar] Leverage Data to Optimize Refrigeration System Efficiency
Within the ever-expanding scope of commercial refrigeration applications, internet of things (IoT)...
European Retailer Selects A2L as the Basis of Its Refrigerant Transition
As the transition from hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants with high global warming potential...
[New E360 Webinar] Preparing for the Safe Use of A2L Refrigerants in Commercial Refrigeration
The recent passing of the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act is accelerating the...
Refrigerant Transition Gains Momentum
For over a decade, environmental advocates around the globe have recognized the need for the...
[E360 Webinar Wrap-up] Refrigerant Rulemaking Recap: Regulatory Uptick Expected for 2021
The commercial refrigeration and air conditioning sectors are currently experiencing an active...
Explore the Advantages of Lowering Refrigerant Charges
The need to reduce refrigerant charges in commercial refrigeration systems is often the focus of...
Natural Refrigerant Cooling Trends for 2021
I was recently interviewed by Accelerate America to discuss cooling trends for 2021, particularly...
How to Comply With DOE Standards on Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
In 2017, the Department of Energy (DOE) passed its final rule on new energy conservation standards...
Refrigerant Transition Continues Along State and Federal Lines
*Emerson’s Climate Technologies business is now a new standalone company – Copeland. Building on...
Connected Strategies Drive Needed Cold Chain Visibility
Over the last decade, connected technologies have transformed the ways in which food cold chain...
Pandemic Reveals Importance of Cold Chain Integrity
Even the most resilient food supply chains are being challenged in ways never imagined before the...
Focus on Cold Chain Visibility for National Food Safety Education Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every year an estimated 1 in 6...
Natural Refrigerants Remain Viable Among Emerging Options
I was recently asked by the editor of Accelerate America to offer my opinion on the viability of...
How to Comply With DOE Standards on Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
In 2017, the Department of Energy (DOE) passed its final rule on new energy conservation standards...
Low-GWP Strategies for Achieving CARB Compliance
Emerson was recently invited to participate in a webinar series hosted by the North American...
Why Refrigerant Leak Repair Still Matters
Proactive refrigerant management isn’t just good for the environment. It is also sound business...
Refrigerant Regulations: 2020 Update
For several years, the regulatory landscape regarding the governance of refrigerants has been...
Court of Appeals Ruling Questions the Elimination of EPA SNAP
On April 7, the U.S. District Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia ruled that the...
Preparing for the Future of Alternative Refrigerants
Regulations governing the use of refrigerants in commercial refrigeration remain in a state of...
Upgrade Compressors to Extend Commercial Refrigeration System Lifespan
ACHR News recently interviewed me for an article titled “Compressor Retrofits on the Rise in...
Raising the Bar on Innovation for Distributed Architectures
The food retail industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation. To stay competitive, original...
Preparing for the Future of Refrigeration
Commercial refrigeration architectures are changing. Environmental regulations and corporate...
5 Earth Day Steps to Greener Refrigeration
Every year on April 22, nations around the globe pause to recognize Earth Day and reflect on the...
8 Keys to Understanding the Ongoing Refrigerant Transition
The transition to more environmentally friendly refrigerants in commercial refrigeration and air...
New Capabilities Take Supervisory Controls to the Next Level
The Emerson Supervisory Controls platform can help to improve operational efficiency, drive...
Ever-Evolving HFC Phase-Down Requires Industry Guidance and Participation
As the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants continues globally, the United States...
Why Contractors Need to Prepare Now for the Coming CO2 Refrigerant Revolution
CO2 is an emerging natural refrigerant alternative, but it poses a sharp learning curve for...
Montreal Protocol Members Declare Commitment to Reduce Food Loss and Waste
In November, the 31st Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol convened in Rome to discuss...
Transforming Data Into Maintenance Insights
Today’s supermarket, restaurant and convenience store operators have an abundance of data at their...
Preparing for the DOE’s New WICF Energy-Efficiency Standards
I recently conducted an E360 webinar about the Department of Energy’s (DOE) new energy-efficiency...
Regulatory Uncertainty Impacts Refrigerant Decisions
I was recently asked to contribute to an ACHR The NEWS article about the uncertainty surrounding...
Understanding the DOE Mandate on Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
Enforcement of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) energy efficiency standards on walk-in cooler and...
California HFC Phase-Down Schedule Continues
The state of California and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) have taken steps to phase...
California’s HFC Phase-Down: Costs, Energy, Leaks and Incentives
As Jennifer Butsch and I discussed in our most recent E360 Webinar, the California Air Resources...
Earth Day and Refrigerants: A Look Back — and Forward
It’s Earth Day, which means we should all take a minute to reflect on how we can do our part to...
Refrigerant Regulations: 2018 Recap and 2019 Impacts
The year 2018 brought many changes to refrigerant regulations, with additional activity expected...
Factors in Evaluating and Selecting Refrigerants
I recently participated in an E360 webinar where we explored trends in refrigeration systems and...
Prevent Food Poisoning Outbreaks with FSMA and Environmental Monitoring
Symptoms of a foodborne illness outbreak For companies involved in food handling, the potential...
Copeland Hermetic CS Compressors Rated for Lower-GWP Refrigerants
The Copeland™ hermetic CS compressor line has been extended for use with leading alternative...
Refrigerant Rulemaking in 2019
While the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants is underway globally, federal...
Refrigerant Management: How Changes to Section 608 Impact Our Industry
Emerson was recently interviewed for an article in ACHR’s The News magazine, “EPA’s Proposed...
How Data Loggers Streamline Food Safety Compliance
Imagine if you had enough money to put 8.5 million people through four years of private...
Raising the Standard of Refrigerated Reliability
In just a little more than five years since its creation, the Copeland™ K5 scroll compressor has...
How to Transition Into the Future With HFO Blend Refrigerants
I was recently interviewed for an article in the ACHR News, “HFO Sightings: Refrigerant Retrofits...
New Research: The Six S’s of Supermarket Refrigeration System Selection Criteria
Emerson recently completed a research study of leading food retailers to better understand their...
Emerson Study Compares CO2 and Hydrocarbon Energy Efficiency in Europe
The debate about which natural refrigerant delivers the greatest energy efficiencies was addressed...
Using Data to Fortify Food Safety
Emerson’s Lumity™ food quality-report service grants convenience store owners and operators the...
Refrigerant Leak Detection and Regulatory Update
Proper refrigerant leak detection is essential for retailers, potentially saving them thousands of...
Podcast Recap: Talking the State of Commercial Refrigeration With ACHR News
This blog summarizes a discussion we had as a guest on The NEWSMakers podcast, which is produced...
Using Technology to Ensure Food Supply Chain Safety
Food safety is more prominent than ever in the minds of consumers. Evolving technology is giving...
A Shift in Industrial Refrigeration
I discussed the large industrial refrigeration market and the use of natural refrigerants in...
Be Proactive About Safeguarding Food and Profitability
Emerson’s Lumity™ portfolio can help your business in countless ways and grant you control over...
The Human Equation of Facility Management
With growing industry interests in facility management and how building automation can benefit...
Recommissioning to Boost Energy Savings
Commissioning and/or recommissioning your site could completely change the way your business...
The Case for Outdoor Condensing Units
Restaurant and convenience store landscapes are facing unprecedented market pressures and...
The Convergence of Ammonia/CO2 Technologies
In my previous blog, I explained why CO2 and ammonia (aka NH3) refrigerant technologies are...
A Look Ahead for the Refrigeration Industry – ACHR News
This blog summarizes an article from ACHR News, titled “Manufacturers Optimistic About the Future...
Why CO2 and Ammonia Are Trading Places
CO2 and ammonia (aka NH3) are two natural refrigerants that have historically played predictable...
Dynamic Market Needs Continue to Drive Cold Chain Innovation
This blog is based on Emerson’s recent participation at AHR Expo 2018 and my interview with Shecco...
Making Sense of the Current Regulatory Landscape
This blog summarizes an article posted in RSES Journal, entitled “Mapping the Refrigerant...
CO2 System Architectures: Opportunities in Food Retail
Food retailers seeking to make the move to CO2 refrigeration have two primary system types...
What’s Driving Trends in Control Selections?
This blog is based on our most recent E360 webinar, “Top Retailer Trends for Refrigeration,...
Alternative Refrigerants Continue to Rise in Popularity
I discussed a recent ruling from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and industry...
CO2 Leaves a Smaller Carbon Footprint in Large-Format Food Retail Market
Market drivers and refrigerant regulations in recent years have placed an increased focus on...
New Natural Refrigerant Equipment and System Architectures Come to Small-format
Over the past several years, a dynamic regulatory climate has prompted original equipment...
Natural Refrigerants Make Inroads in Small-format Refrigeration Applications
Small-format retail and foodservice markets are making significant changes in their refrigeration...
Changing Perceptions Drive Broader R-290 Adoption
There’s no question that the re-introduction of the natural refrigerant propane (or R-290) into...
Natural Refrigerant R-290 Stages a Comeback in Refrigeration
In a time when refrigerants are being closely evaluated for their environmental impacts, the...
Understanding Applications for Alternative Refrigerants
Emerson’s tests* of leading alternative refrigerants suggest challenges as well as benefits. The...
Regulatory Climate Leads to Inventive Uses of Natural Refrigerants
Today, more supermarkets, restaurants and convenience stores are re-evaluating natural...
Global HFC Phase-down, FSMA and Smart Buildings
Note: This webinar was presented prior to the January 26, 2018 court rulings on SNAP 20 and 21....
Why Natural Refrigerants are Playing a Larger Role in Commercial Refrigeration
In an era driven by historic regulatory activity and the necessity to deploy sustainable...
Why Whole Foods Made R-290 Integral to its Refrigeration Strategy
This blog summarizes an article from our most recent E360 Outlook, entitled “Pioneering Natural...
More Food Retailers Opt for Natural Refrigerant Systems
This blog summarizes an article from our most recent E360 Outlook, entitled “Natural...
Grocer’s New CO2 Refrigeration System Earns EPA GreenChill Award
This blog summarizes a success story in our most recent E360 Outlook, entitled “Natural Born...
Into the Green
Leak detection program shrinks grocer’s carbon footprint and grows its bottom line Refrigerant...
Make the Upgrade to Digital
The use of a digital compressor as the lead compressor in a fixed capacity refrigeration rack is...
Best Practices for Convenience Store Energy Management
More than 80 percent of energy usage in an average convenience store is the result of...
CO2 as a Refrigerant – Introduction to Secondary Systems
This is post number 12 of a series. Secondary Systems Figure 6 shows a simple secondary system....