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RACHP Training Database goes online

Are you looking to improve your knowledge and skills regarding natural refrigerants? There are many opportunities you may not yet know of: online courses in various languages as well as physical trainings all over Europe, from introductory classes to dedicated hydrocarbon or CO₂ refrigeration courses. The RefNat4LIFE website recently launched an online training provider database which makes it possible to find just what you need.

To find the right course for you, try it now:

Do you offer training courses and are looking for an opportunity to reach interested participants? It is easy to register your own courses in this database, just follow this link:

Stepping up ambition: The EU F-Gas Regulation under review

The EU regulation which organises the phase-down of fluorinated gases in the European Union (Regulation (EU) 517/2014) is currently under review. The regulation has been considered quite effective in reaching its goals. At the same time, it is expected to become more ambitious, as the EU is looking to become carbon neutral by 2050. This consultative process is an opportunity to accelerate the phase-out of HFCs and pave the way for a more widespread use of natural refrigerants.

In this series, RefNat4LIFE project partners give insight into their motivation to engage in sustainable RACHP. This time, we have talked to Ulrike Schaal of the German Association of Organic Processors, Wholesalers, and retailers (BNN e.V.).

Claudia Becker (HEAT GmbH): What are the main challenges for the small (organic) food retail sector with regard to sustainable cooling?

Ulrike Schaal (BNN, Germany): In my opinion, the biggest challenges lie in a mixture of a lack of time to deal with such issues when there is no current reason to do so and a lack of technical support. The technicians whom store owners trust often simply do not have sufficient experience and knowledge in the field of natural refrigerants. If a new store is set up, they will want to rely on a RACHP service company to choose a cooling system that is efficient, reliable, and well dimensioned. When an existing cooling system must be replaced, they need quick solutions.

Read the full interview here

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This global stakeholder initiative aims to increase the support for natural refrigerants and zero-carbon solutions among end-users, the distribution chain and global networks.
Refrigerants, Naturally! supports the continuity of the LIFE project and offers a platform for additional projects in the future

Refrigerants, Naturally! supports the continuity of the LIFE project and offers a platform for additional projects in the future

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About Refrigerants, Naturally! for LIFE

Sustainable cooling for Europe’s organic retail/small food retail sector

Refrigerants, Naturally! for LIFE is about:

* Climate-friendly cooling using natural refrigerants

* Training and certification on climate-friendly alternatives

* Technical specifications for the use of these alternatives

Learn more about our project at: www.refnat4life.eu

The Refrigerants, Naturally! for LIFE project has received funding from the EU LIFE Programme.

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