Alternatives to HCFCs and air-conditioning and refrigeration

Each system, or at least every type of system must be considered from several points of view, to find environmentally and technically the best option that can be used safely in an acceptable investment and operating costs. When evaluating the effect of this equipment on the climate, the direct GWP of the refrigerant used as well as the system of the total energy efficiency should be measured. System using refrigerants with more PRTs can improve energy efficiency and reduce the overall impact on climate.

Using low GWP refrigerant in a safe and efficient manner, at an acceptable cost, is the preferred solution for a high GWP alternatives, such as HFCs. Emissions of HFCs should be minimized, and should only be used in systems with minimal leakage and where leakage management and recovery schemes. HFCs are among controlled substances under the Kyoto Protocol, and can be expected to be charged with increased regulatory management in the future.

Always there are a number of alternative technologies that can be used. The easiest way, it would seem to choose the options that require no or minimal system changes, but it is important to understand that new technologies are continually being implemented and that the industry will eventually have to keep their knowledge to keep up with new technology. Environmental impact assessment, including energy efficiency, cost, technical, and security risks is required. The result will be different for different operating conditions and will depend on where equipment installed and how it is used. Generalizations often leads to poor decisions, and therefore it is important to set industry standards acceptable access to services, and make the preparations necessary services sector managed...