CO2: The Inconvenient Truth

There are now better technologies than CO2 for retail refrigeration systems

Article and Infographic*

Opteon_Illustration_man_cover_EN.PNGWhen deciding which refrigerant technology to use for your new refrigeration installation, you need all the information available: total solution cost and environmental impact, energy efficiency, cooling performance and long-term EU F-Gas compliance. Doubts have been raised about CO2 (R-744) not being a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution including its ‘green’ credentials due to poor energy efficiency. As a result, retailers are now considering other technologies that not only comply with European F-Gas Regulations, but that also provide better value for money.

In a brand-new Chemours article and infographic*, read all about;

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  • meeting the challenges faced by retailers stemming from climate change regulation;
  • how unlocking the potential of Opteon™ XL refrigerants can help you get the best out of your refrigeration assets with respect to energy efficiency and reducing overall cost of ownership. 

* Our article and infographic are based on our newest white paper: “CO2: The Inconvenient Truth: There are now better technologies than CO2 for retail refrigeration systems”. To request the full whitepaper or to receive guidance and support in choosing the right solution for you, contact us via this form or contact your local representative Mark Hughes.

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About Opteon™ and Chemours

The Opteon™ portfolio contains solutions that meet the most stringent air conditioning, refrigeration, thermal management, foam blowing, and cleaning requirements while reducing their overall environmental impact. Opteon™ refrigerants, which are based on hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) chemistry, offer the optimal balance of environmental sustainability, performance, safety, and cost to help meet both regulations and business goals.

Chemours is a chemistry company driven by its purpose to create a more capable and cleaner world through the power of chemistry. Built upon a 200-year-old legacy and a world-class product portfolio, the company brings everyday convenience to virtually everything people touch—in industries ranging from automotive, paints, and plastics to electronics, construction, energy, and telecommunications.

The EU F-Gas Regulations primary focus is low GWP not cost, so compared to the high GWP R-404A,
CO2 (R-744) appeared to be a good choice… But is it really?