Focus - Renewable energy

The spread of flammable refrigerants makes safety, design, and training increasingly central to the HVAC/R industry.

The transition to low-GWP refrigerants continues to evolve amid new regulations, A2L, and operational challenges for the HVAC/R industry.

R290 heat pumps reach 38% of EU certifications, marking the growth of natural refrigerants in the HVAC/R sector.

Natural refrigerants are increasingly gaining ground in commercial and industrial refrigeration, but operational and regulatory challenges remain.

The refrigerant transition brings new operational challenges regarding retrofits, safety, and expertise to the HVAC/R industry.

At MCE 2026, focus on F-Gas, alternative refrigerants, and skills for the transition of the HVAC/R sector.

Retrofitting fixed-speed compressors improves system efficiency and performance without complete replacements.

Growing demand for cooling makes refrigeration a global energy challenge for the HVAC industry.

Refrigerant life cycle management becomes strategic to reduce emissions and improve sustainability in the HVAC/R sector.

A European Commission study estimates up to €440 billion in social costs related to PFAS pollution by 2050.

Monitoring for the fourth quarter of 2025 shows a more stable refrigerant market, influenced by the HFC phase-down and the growth of low-GWP alternatives.

Accelerating the phase-out of HFCs could generate economic, technological and environmental benefits for the refrigeration sector.