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08.11.2023 News Grenada Cool Training: Applying Natural Refrigerant Technology
state-of-the art equipment specifically designed for flammable refrigerants with a strong emphasis on safety considerations. Practical exercise included for instance the use of vacuum pumps, refrigerant recovery [...] (R290) in the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) sector. This aligns with Grenada’s National Cooling Action Plan , which prioritizes refrigerant technologies with low global warming potential and high [...] efficiency. Leslie Smith, the National Ozone Officer of Grenada emphasizes that “natural refrigerants fit the bill perfectly”. To enhance the expertise of local refrigeration and air conditioning technicians …
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introduction of GreenCooling because they impose obstructive refrigerant charge size limits. A positive correlation between refrigerant quantity and cooling capacity is demonstrated for natural refrigerants [...] instruments Currently, the cooling sector accounts for up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions (EIU, 2019) (opens in a new window) . This makes it one of the key sectors for combating climate change [...] on this topic, please refer to our brochure “Fit 4 GreenCooling” (2020) (opens in a new window) . Leakage controls In order to limit refrigerant leakage, system operators may be subject to regular inspections …
20.08.2021 News Cool Talks: "We have been fans of natural refrigerants for 125 years"
never regretted it. opens in a new window) In our "Cool Talks" interview series, members of the GreenCooling Network share their vision of GreenCooling. The Network is an alliance of key players in the [...] because the cold preserves them well. In your keynote at the GreenCooling Summit 2021 , you said it was absurd that propane is used by amateurs for camping or barbecuing, but trained technicians are only allowed [...] choice. How do you envision the ideal cooling sector of the future? The ideal cooling sector does not exist. There is an ideal refrigerant and an ideal process for every application. You can't generalise …
10.03.2023 News Fitfor the future: training for lady cooling technicians in Senegal
l’Ouest et Centrale (ROCA) promotes GreenCooling technologies as well as gender equality. ROCA is co-financed by the European Union (EU) and the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development [...] change”. The sector was responsible for 7% of global emissions in 2021, which is more than three times of the emissions of all air traffic. And the need forcooling is rising. The good news: Emissions [...] February 2023 for 21 technicians of Senegal’s female Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) Association (RENAFF). The women learnt about the latest refrigeration technologies and best practices for their work …
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GreenCooling Initiative Be a GreenCooling expert Climate-friendly cooling technologies have been available for years, so why aren’t more people using them? It’s because there is a lack of wide-spread [...] awareness on GreenCooling by offering the latest news, free publications and informational material, along with a comprehensive overview of current events. Latest News Stay up-to-date on the latest Green Cooling [...] developments and current projects Publications & Videos Browse our online library for the best reads on GreenCooling Events Get announcements and read follow-up reports on the most important events …
Event - COP: 01 December 2023, 5:30am - 6:30am UTC , COP28 Side Event: The Importance of GreenCooling fighting the climate crisis
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Event: 10 - 11 October 2023 , GreenCooling Summit
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01.04.2019 News Qualification & Certification standards for the Kenyan RAC sector
substances & CO2 emissions from low energy efficient appliances, the GreenCooling Initiative supports Kenya’s efforts to introduce greencooling technologies. The introduction of RAC units running on natural [...] training for installation, maintenance, servicing and operation. A QCR scheme to standardize competences for skilled technicians is important to guarantee a sustainable uptake of greencooling technologies [...] The QCR scheme aims to support a sustainable transformation of the Kenyan RAC sector towards greencooling technologies. The RAC sector contributes significantly to Kenya’s CO2 emissions and its damaging …
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GreenCooling Initiative GreenCoolingfor a better future Cooling is an essential part of everyday life – from cold chains for fresh food and the safe storage of vaccines and medicines, to air-conditioned [...] - it is a basic need for everyone. GreenCooling Initiative Dig deeper Technology What is the technology behind the term "GreenCooling"? And why is it the right approach? Cooling subsectors What are the [...] and energy-efficient cooling solutions is a key to protecting the climate and catering to people’s vital needs around the world. It’s what makes GreenCooling so important. Cooling is an essential part …
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GreenCooling Initiative GreenCoolingfor a warming world Cooling is a basic need – from refrigerated food and vaccines to better living conditions in hot climates. But GreenCooling is the only truly [...] air conditioners. Financing GreenCooling (opens in a new window) Learn more about the Financing of GreenCooling! Become a member! (opens in a new window) The GreenCooling network is united on one goal: [...] Determined Contributions (NDC) to the Paris Agreement. GreenCooling Library Download publications and watch event recordings How do your country's cooling emissions compare to others? Find out in the interactive …