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EPA AIM Proposed Rule

This video discusses the latest EPA AIM proposed rule.

Navigating and staying compliant with all of the new retail and commercial refrigeration regulations can seem daunting…

Many of the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants used in commercial refrigeration produce environmentally harmful carbon emissions. As the industry looks for alternative refrigerants with lower global warming potential (GWP) and ozone depletion potential (ODP), questions arise concerning regulatory changes, refrigerant performance and safety. Don’t worry, Hillphoenix offers refrigeration expertise and solutions that satisfy the regulatory needs of today and tomorrow.

The information below offers an overview of important regulations, effective dates, and agencies involved. Links are also provided for additional information on specific regulations. If you have questions, email us at info@hillphoenix.com or call us at 770-285-3264.

What Has Happened?
  • 1/2020 – DOE AWEF Increased walk in cooler and freezer energy efficiency. Read >

  • 1/2020 – EPA Restrictions on production / import of HCFC-22 and HCFC-142b. Read >

  • 1/2020 – NRCan Walk-in cooler energy reduction. Read >

  • 2/2020 – EPA Revised Section 608. Read >

  • 7/2020 – DOE AWEF Additional walk cooler and freezer efficiency requirements. Read >

  • 7/2020 – NRCan Walk-in freezer energy reduction. Read >

  • 2/2021 – EPA Refrigerant de-listings for new cold-storage warehouse systems. Read >

  • 1/2022 – CARB High GWP refrigerants no longer allowed in new refrigeration systems Read >
What’s Next?
  • 1/2024 – CARB Chiller GWP restrictions Read >

  • 1/2025 – Climate Alliance Reduce greenhouse gas emmissions Read >

Regulatory Timelines for Food Retail and Industrial Refrigeration​

2020

1/2020

DOE AWEF

WICF efficiency increases.
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1/2020

NRCan

Walk-in cooler energy efficiency.
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7/2020

DOE AWEF

WICF efficiency increases.
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7/2020

NRCan

Walk-in freezer energy efficiency.
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1/2020

EPA

HCFC production / importation restrictions.
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2/2020

EPA

Revised Section 608.
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2021

1/2021

EPA

Cold storage warehouse refrigerant restrictions.

2022

1/2022

CARB

Stationary refrigeration systems GWP restrictions.

2024

1/2024

CARB

Chiller GWP restrictions.

2025

1/2025

Climate Alliance

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

2026

1/2026

CARB

Charge and GWP restrictions.

2030

1/2030

CARB

Charge and GWP restrictions.

1/2030

EPA

HCFC production and importation restrictions.

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Regulatory Agencies

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The California Air Resource Board (CARB) is an organization entrusted with educating and safeguarding communities from the harmful effects of air pollution and develops programs that combat climate change. Read more about CARB compliance.

The EPA’s Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) was instituted under Section 612 of the Clean Air Act to identify and evaluate alternatives for ozone-depleting substances. Click here for more information concerning the EPA SNAP regulations.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has put rules and regulations in place impacting the commercial refrigeration industry. Click here to read more.

The Natural Resources of Canada organization is committed to improving the quality of life of Canadians by ensuring the country’s abundant natural resources are developed sustainably, competitively and inclusively. Click here to read more.

The U.S. Climate Alliance, which was established in 2017, is a bipartisan coalition of governors committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Click here to read more.

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EPA AIM Act Proposed Rule

January 10, 2023|0 Comments

A new proposed rule from the US EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) would have the following impacts on equipment sold and used in the food retail industry if approved: Beginning January 1st, 2025 Equipment containing >200 [...]

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R-290 FAQs — Things You Need to Know!

July 22, 2022|0 Comments

R-290, also known as refrigeration-grade propane, has proven to be one of the most viable alternatives to high GWP HFC refrigerants in industrial and commercial applications. Now that the search for sustainable and environmentally friendly [...]

Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Amendments to the Prohibitions on Use of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons in Stationary Refrigeration, Chillers, Aerosols-Propellants, and Foam End-Uses Regulation

June 7, 2022|0 Comments

The California Air Resources Board (CARB or Board) will conduct a public hearing at the time noted below to consider approving for adoption the Proposed Amendments to the Prohibitions on Use of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons in [...]

Additional Resources

CARB – The Refrigerant Management Program (RMP) requires facilities with refrigeration systems containing more than 50 pounds of high-GWP refrigerant to conduct and report periodic leak inspections, promptly repair leaks; and keep service records on site. The regulation also requires service practices intended to minimize refrigerant emissions. Read More>