Low-GWP refrigerants are reshaping the future of HVAC and refrigeration, but navigating evolving technologies, regulations, and market adoption can be challenging. This session explores the latest research, decision-support tools, policy developments, and real-world deployment of low- and ultra-low-GWP refrigerants, including natural refrigerants, while examining the opportunities and barriers driving the transition to more sustainable systems.

Moderated by Ram Narayanamurthy, CEC

Speakers:

• Danielle Wright, Executive Director, North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC)
• Reginald Wilkins, Ph.D., Advisor, Measurement and Evaluation, Southern California Edison
• Chris Martinez, CARB
• Paul Raftery, Professional Researcher, Center for the Built Environment, University of California Berkeley