Announcements
Registration openings, programme updates and new dates for ATMO Summits, conferences and network gatherings.
- 3 November 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021KEYNOTEThe keynote presentation will address what makes refrigeration one of the most important and relevant topics in the world, and how sustainable refrigeration is crucial to combatting climate change. Beth Porter, Climate Campaigns Director, Green America
- 3 November 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021IMPACT OF REFRIGERANTS PANEL: HEALTH, SAFETY & CLIMATEPanel discussion around the impact of refrigerants on our health, safety, and the greater environment. Looking at the various refrigerant types on the market and potential concerns particularly around HFOs. Cora Young, Associate Professor and Rogers Chair in Chemistry, York University (Toronto) Thomas Frank, CEO, Refolution Industriekälte
- 3 November 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021POLICY & STANDARDS SESSIONKey representatives discuss the latest regulatory issues and standards impacting natural refrigerants in the US and Canada, including the U.S. AIM Act and state regulations in California and other states. Cindy Newberg, Director, Stratospheric Protection Division, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Glenn Gallagher, Air Pollution Specialist, California Air Resources Board (CARB) Taryn Finnessey, Acting Executive Director and Policy Director, U.S. Climate Alliance
- 2 November 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021ONE DAY TO GO!Just under 24 hours to go before ATMO America Summit 2021! We are thrilled to share with you an exciting program,jam-packed with informative and innovative sessions. Start planning you meetings and networking by checking in advance the list of organizations attending the event! We are also extremely pleased to announce that Doug Milu, from Publix Super Market, will…
- 29 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit a Success, More Events to ComeThe 11th edition of the ATMOsphere Europe conference attracted more than 300 attendees, sharing presentations around the latest knowledge on the impact of refrigerants, developments in f-gas regulations, and more. Brussels, Belgium (October 29, 2021) The 2021 edition of the ATMOsphere Europe Summit was hailed a resounding success by organizers, boasting more than 330 online attendees,…
- 28 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: Emerson Aims to Increase R744 Adoption in Small Stores by Simplifying SystemsU.S.-based manufacturer Emerson, in collaboration with British retailer Co-op and U.K.-based OEM Artic Circle, has unveiled an initiative to increase the adoption of CO₂ (R744) refrigeration technology in smaller retail stores by simplifying systems, making them more affordable. The three companies shared details of the initiative during the ATMOsphere Europe conference, which took place online September 28-29….
- 28 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: Experts Sound the Alarm about Rising TFA LevelsThe prevalent use of HFO-1234yf as a replacement for HFCs in mobile air conditioning (MAC) and other applications is raising growing concerns about the creation of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), a highly durable chemical, in the atmosphere and in drinking water, according to a panel of cooling industry experts. The panel participated in a session on the…
- 27 October 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021Sessions AnnouncementKeynoteWe are thrilled to kick off ATMO America Summit 2021 with our expert keynote speaker Beth Porter, Green America’s Climate Campaign Director, who’s been directing the Cool It campaign, working to reduce refrigerant emissions from the supermarket sector. She will also focus on how Green America harnesses economic power to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society. Beth…
- 27 October 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021EVENT PLATFORM DEMO VIDEOWith only one week to go before ATMO America 2021, our interactive platform is now live! Great features of the event platform: Access the full list of attendeesand sessions Target your audience Make the most of your time by managing your agenda and booking your meetings in advance Find valuable connections through matchmaking, private chats and video calls Check out the…
- 27 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2022CALL FOR CASE STUDIES!You’re invited to submit your technology case studies showcasing natural refrigerants for ATMOsphere Europe 2022. We are looking for case studies by manufacturers which can be presented along with end-users or installers. Due to limited availability, the selection process will be highly demanding. Please ensure that your submission is relevant to the European market…
- 25 October 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021R744.com: ATMOsphere America Conference to Feature U.S. EPA and Green AmericaThe 2021 edition of the ATMOsphere America conference will feature presentations from two officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a keynote by the Climate Campaigns Director of NGO Green America, and a session addressing the health and environmental impact of HFO refrigerants. Read more
- 21 October 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021Panels AnnouncementPolicy & Standards Session Meet the experts and influential industry representatives who will be taking the stage during the Policy & Standards Session of ATMO America Summit 2021. The panel will discuss the latest regulatory issues and standards impacting natural refrigerants in the US and Canada, including the U.S. AIM Act and state regulations in California…
- 18 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.COM: Norwegian Researchers Develop Simplified Ejector-Based CO₂ SystemThe Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and Norwegian research institute SINTEF have successfully tested a transcritical CO₂ (R744) supermarket booster system that includes a multi-ejector and low-pressure receiver that “boost the energy efficiency and keep the system rather simple,” said Armin Hafner, professor of Refrigeration Technology at NTNU. Read more
- 15 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: French Seafood Processor Saves Up to 36% in Energy With CO₂ Cooling/HeatingFrench seafood processor Pescanova has installed two identical CO₂ racks at a plant in France, saving 20-26% in energy usage compared with the old f-gas system and an additional 10% from heat recovery. Read more
- 14 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: CO₂ Heat Pumps ‘Really Good’ for District Heating SystemsCO₂ (R744) heat pumps are “really good” for district heating applications, and the best available technology in the 0.5 to 5MW (142 to 1,422TR) capacity range, according to Kim G Christensen, CEO of Danish OEM Fenagy. Read more
- 13 October 2021ATMOsphere America Summit 2021END USER PANEL ANNOUNCED!We are delighted to announce one of the key panels of ATMOsphere America Summit 2021, formed by expert end user speakers. Join us to get exclusive insights into their experiences including benefits, challenges, and future plans using different types of natural refrigerant technologies. Meet the experts: Vincent Godin, President and Shareholder, Emblem Cranberry Doug Milu, Manager, Refrigeration & Energy Program, Publix Super Markets…
- 11 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: NatRef Technologies Seen as Good InvestmentNatural refrigerant technologies are a good investment for companies looking to future-proof their businesses, said Ilana Koegelenberg, Market Development Manager & Co-Founder, ATMOsphere (formerly shecco). Koegelenberg shared this view during the ATMOsphere Europe 2021 conference, which took place online September 28-29. ATMOsphere Europe was organized by ATMOsphere, publisher of this website. Read more
- 8 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021R744.com: TEKO Introduces Small CO₂ Refrigeration Unit for Train KitchensGerman OEM TEKO has entered a new market with its CO₂ (R744) cooling technology, introducing a unit called ROXSTAtrain for kitchens on trains, and other applications with very limited space. Read more
- 7 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021Ammonia21.com: NatRef Heat Pumps Seen as Key to Linking Heat Sources and Sinks, and Cutting EmissionsUsing a natural refrigerant heat pump to link a heat source with a heat sink is needed to reduce carbon emissions. That was the message from Graham McDermott, Director of Process, Marine and Applied Refrigeration at U.K. manufacturer J&E Hall, who spoke at the ATMOsphere Europe conference, which took place online September 28-29. ATMOsphere Europe was organized…
- 6 October 2021ATMOsphere Europe Summit 2021Ammonia21.com: Ammonia Heat Pump Leverages Water From Abandoned Coal Mine for HeatingGerman manufacturer GEA has found a unique way of turning previously “dirty” energy into renewable heating. The company has designed an ammonia heat pump that has started using the water seeping into an abandoned coal mine to create heating for a 6MW district heating network. Read more