H3-048 - HVAC Refrigerants

MONDAY, JULY 23, 2012 AT 2:39PM

This week on HVAC 360 you'll get your primer on HVAC Refrigerants.  Ever wondered what happened to R-11? What is in store for 407C? How about using a natural refrigerant on your next project? If these topics peak your interest then tune while I chat with Dr. Eckhard Groll of Purdue University on a topic that he's really passionate about.  If this episode is of interest to you please feel free to pass it on.

 Here are some links that are relevant to the topic:

The Montreal Protocol

The Kyoto Protocol

There are also a number of ASHRAE Position Documents related to refrigerants:

• Ammonia as a Refrigerant (PDF)

• Climate Change (PDF)

• Natural Refrigerants (PDF)

• Ozone-Depleting Substances (PDF)

• Refrigerants and their Responsible Use (PDF)