Climate Action Network International’s Post

While recognizing the challenges of transitioning away from fossil fuels, it's crucial to take action to mitigate the severe effects of climate change. On July 22, 2024, the planet experienced its highest recorded temperature since 1940, according to the ERA5 dataset. Stay informed about sustainable solutions like heat pump water heaters to contribute to a greener future: Link to article on the temperature issue: https://lnkd.in/gd7_Ey95 Link to article on heat pump water heaters: https://lnkd.in/gd7_Ey95

Energy efficiency is one of the ways to combat climate change. It is essentially aimed at reducing the amount of energy used globally and reducing wastage. It means better energy efficient appliances, retrofitting buildings to save energy and more capitalizing on natural light. I wrote an article on it, see more: #energyefficiency #climatechange #climateaction https://lnkd.in/dhPb5ka7

R744 (CO2) is an eco-friendly refrigerant that delivers improved energy efficiency plus minimal environmental impact. 🌍 Unlike traditional refrigerants that contribute to ozone depletion and global warming, R744 offers a sustainable solution through lower carbon emissions. Additionally, its compliance with regulatory standards and multiple safety advantages make it a viable choice for businesses looking to align themeselves with global Net Zero and environmental goals. Want to learn more about how R744 is making a difference in HVAC systems? Check out our latest blog for deeper insights! https://loom.ly/YGS6R7I #sustainability #greentech #climateaction

New Blog Alert: The Pros and Cons of CO2 (R744) as a Refrigerant   As businesses prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability, CO2 (R744) is becoming a popular refrigerant choice in commercial and industrial systems. But is it the right choice for your needs? In our latest blog, we dive into the key advantages and challenges of using CO2 as a refrigerant, including: - Low Global Warming Potential (GWP) - High efficiency, especially in colder climates - Natural, non-toxic, and abundant - Rebate eligibility through programs like Mass Save - Challenges with high operating pressures and performance in warmer climates   If you're considering a switch to CO2 refrigeration, this blog is a must-read! Learn more about how CO2 can fit into your energy efficiency and sustainability goals.   Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eUHUuyGF #HVAC #Refrigeration #CO2Refrigerants #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #NorthstarRefrigeration

Unlocking the 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 may hold the key to embracing the 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 🌿 As our world grapples with the ever-increasing demands for cooling and the challenges of climate change, the advantages of district cooling as opposed to a conventional cooling system have emerged as a promising solution. But, what exactly is district cooling and 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺? 💡 Keep reading to find out: https://lnkd.in/exHiQXqe #districtcooling #futurecooling #coolingsystem

Decarbonizing the built environment is vital to staving off global warming. For example, buildings contribute nearly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions yet less than 15% of commercial buildings in the US use heat pumps, a technology that can dramatically speed the path to net-zero buildings. I’m excited that Johnson Controls, along with other leading rooftop manufacturers, is participating in the DOE’s accelerator program to drive the development of cold climate rooftop heat pumps to address this obvious need in the market. #Sustainability #NetZero #SmartBuildings #JohnsonControls

🌿💡 Ensuring Sustainable Energy Transition: While there's a surge in heat pump rebate applications, it's crucial to regulate which products qualify. Let's avoid environmental risks at end-of-life. Read more about the "huge demand" for heat pump rebates in Victoria! Our expertise has been sought to advise state and federal governments on the necessity of inhibiting low quality, high GWP (Global Warming Potential) products into our communities. #SustainableEnergy #HeatPumpRebates #EnvironmentallyFriendly 🔥🔄

Check out my new blog. It’s about a new EPA rule that effectively bans the current standard refrigerant for home air conditioners and heat pumps, starting New Year’s Day, 2025. The industry will be replacing that banned refrigerant with two new climate friendlier refrigerants in newly manufactured equipment. If you’re not in the market for new equipment, you may be wondering why you need to know about this new rule. Maybe you don’t even know what refrigerant is in your current air conditioner. There are several reasons why this change is unprecedented in the domestic air conditioning market and It’s going to be the subject of much confusion and misinformation. If you’re connected to me on LinkedIn, I expect your friends and relatives will be turning to you for advice. One issue that’s bound to come up is that the new climate-friendlier refrigerants are slightly flammable. In order to contribute less to climate change, these refrigerants have to break down quickly in the atmosphere, and that characteristic tends to make chemicals flammable. Their flammability is so low that when combined with new safety features required by building codes, they are unlikely to jeopardize anyone’s health or property. Since the domestic air conditioning industry has only used nonflammable refrigerants over the course of of its 90 year history, it’s understandable some folks will be anxious about using equipment charged with slightly flammable refrigerants. It’s also likely that there will be attempts to disseminate misinformation that take advantage of that anxiety to undermine climate change mitigation policies. To learn more about these new refrigerants, and how you can be a voice of calm and reason in the face of the communication maelstrom that surrounds climate change mitigation policy, please read my post. Just click on the preview below. Who I think will be interested: Ankit Kalanki, Tilden Chao, Christina Starr, Elizabeth Ortlieb, Nate Adams #energyefficiency #refrigerants #heatpumps #airconditioners #climatechange

With a focus on reducing climate change and using less energy for a healthy planet, being more energy efficient at home can make a difference when it comes to carbon emissions – and cost saving. https://lnkd.in/eHdPb6_Q #UKHousing #UKProperty #Property #EnergyEfficiency #TopTips

❄ World Refrigeration Day® incorporating World Heatpumps Day is a day to celebrate the important role that #cooling plays in our lives, especially in a warming climate. As someone who has learned a lot about cooling and #refrigeration through my work with the Cool Up programme, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this day.   ❄ Cooling is essential for preserving food, medicine, and other perishable goods, as well as for creating comfortable living and working environments. However, traditional cooling methods can have a negative impact on the environment, contributing to climate change and #ozonedepletion. That's why it's so important to explore alternative, more #SustainableCooling solutions. Through the Cool Up programme, I have learned about the benefits of #EnergyEfficient cooling appliances and #NaturalRefrigerants, which have low or no global warming potential. By using EE equipment and natural refrigerants, we can reduce our carbon footprint and help protect the environment.   ❄ On this #WorldRefrigerationDay, let's take a moment to appreciate the importance of cooling in our lives, and to explore ways to make it more sustainable. If you're interested in learning more about natural refrigerants and sustainable cooling solutions, check out the Cool Up programme knowledge base & be sure to sign up for our newsletter! Guidehouse Guidehouse ES&I Ozone Secretariat International Network of Women in Cooling (INWIC) #WREFD24 #TemperatureMatters #KeepItCool   www.coolupprogramme.org