ATMOsphere America Summit 2021
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- Date
- November 3, 2021
- Location
- Online, Worldwide
About
- ONLINE: November 3, 2021: A one-day, free-to-attend event, bringing a powerful program covering Market Trends, Policy & Standards, discussion on the Impact of Refrigerants, and End Users' experiences with natural refrigerants!
Attendees
End users, Policy makers, Manufacturers, Researchers, Academia, NGOs, Associations, Media, Consultants, Other relevant key industry experts & thought leaders
On the agenda
- Keynote presentation
- Market trends
- Global and regional policy, regulations and standards
- Panel discussion on the impact of refrigerants
- Technology end user presentations

























Program
- 10:30AMSession
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
Welcome & Introduction by Marc Chasserot, Founder, ATMOsphere.
- 10:50AMKeynote
KEYNOTE
The 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.
ModeratorMarc Chasserot, Founder, ATMOsphere
Beth Porter, Climate Campaigns Director, Green AmericaCool It for the Climate: Public Engagement and Corporate Accountability on Refrigerant Emissions
- 11:20AMSession
MARKET MEGA TRENDS BY ATMOsphere
Latest market and policy trends from around the world on natural refrigerant technologies
Ilana Koegelenberg, Market Intelligence Manager & Co-Founder, ATMOsphere, will share the latest market and policy trends from around the world on natural refrigerant technologies, including selected data from ATMOsphere’s Annual Market Intelligence Report. She will particularly focus on the “Mega Trends” affecting the industry, either driving impeding the uptake of natural refrigerants.
- 12:00PMSession
UPDATE ON EPA’S GREENCHILL PROGRAM BY ITS NEW MANAGER, KERSEY MANLICLIC
As newly appointed manager of the EPA’s GreenChill Program, Kersey Manliclic will talk about GreenChill’s mission and goals.
ModeratorMichael Garry, Head of Content, ATMOsphere
Kersey Manliclic, GreenChill Program Manager, Stratospheric Protection Division Office of Atmospheric Programs U.S., Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) EPA’s GreenChill Partnership Program
- 12:30PM
BREAK
- 1:25PMPanel
END USER PANEL
Leading end users will share their experiences using different types of natural refrigerant technologies, including benefits, challenges, and future plans.
ModeratorMichael Garry, Head of Content, ATMOsphere
Doug Milu, Manager, Refrigeration & Energy Program, Publix Super MarketsInterview
Vincent Godin, President, Emblem CranberryApplication of CO2 Refrigeration to Cranberry Processing
- 2:15PMSession
POLICY & STANDARDS SESSION
Key representatives 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 and other states.
ModeratorMarc Chasserot, Founder, ATMOsphere
Cindy Newberg, Director, Stratospheric Protection Division, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)The American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act
Glenn Gallagher, Air Pollution Specialist, California Air Resources Board (CARB)Policy and Standards: HFC Regulations in California – Update 3 November 2021
Taryn Finnessey, Acting Executive Director and Policy Director, U.S. Climate AllianceRegulatory Issues and Standards Impacting Natural Refrigerants
- 3:15PM
BREAK
- 3:25PMPanel
IMPACT OF REFRIGERANTS PANEL: HEALTH, SAFETY & CLIMATE
Panel 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.
ModeratorMichael Garry, Head of Content, ATMOsphere
Cora Young, Associate Professor and Rogers Chair in Chemistry, York University (Toronto)Global Distribution of Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) from Ice Core Samples
Thomas Frank, CEO, Refolution Industriekälte Health Impacts of Fluorinated Refrigerants - 4:10PMSession
SUMMARY & CONCLUSIONS
Summary & Conclusions by Marc Chasserot, Founder, ATMOsphere.
Speakers
Announcements

R744.com article: Canadian Cranberry Processor Completes Installation of Massive CO₂ Refrigeration/Freezer System
Emblem Cranberry (Emblème Canneberge), a major processor and distributor of cranberries and blueberries based in Sainte-Eulalie, Quebec, Canada, recently completed an expansion that comprises one of the largest transcritical CO₂ systems in the world. Emblem’s facility, which opened in 2016, has undergone a three-stage development that was completed in November. It now houses six blast/storage freezers, one…
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R744.com article: Canadian Researchers Counter Claim that TFA Occurs Naturally
A new study by Canadian researchers has determined that there are “no compelling scientific arguments” to support the existence of naturally formed trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), countering a claim about “natural TFA” that is often made by producers of f-gases and referred to in earlier research. The new study, “Insufficient evidence for the existence of natural trifluoroacetic acid,”…
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R744.com: California ‘Likely’ to Limit GWP for Heat Pump Water Heaters
Future regulations in California will “likely” include new GWP limits on heat pumps for heating potable water, pools and spas, and for clothes dryers. In addition, the upcoming 750 GWP cap on heat pumps used for space heating (and air conditioning) will probably not be “tenable” in the future and would be subject to being…
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R744.com article: Transcritical CO₂ ‘the Way of the Future’ for Publix
Transcritical CO₂ (R744) refrigeration “seems to be the way of the future for us,” said Doug Milu, Manager, Refrigeration & Energy Program for Publix Super Markets, a Lakeland, Florida (U.S.)-based food retailer that operates 1,284 stores in seven Southeastern states, Milu imparted that message during the end users session at the ATMOsphere America conference, held online on…
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R744.com: ATMOsphere America: More than 900 Transcritical CO₂ Installations in the U.S.
There were more than 900 transcritical CO₂ installations in the United States as of March 2021, reported Ilana Koegelenberg, Market Development Manager & Co-Founder, ATMOsphere (formerly shecco), publisher of this website. Koegelenberg shared this statistic during the ATMOsphere America conference, held online on November 3. (ATMOsphere America was organized by ATMOsphere.) “The U.S. has more than…
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Another great edition of ATMOsphere America is behind us!
Key HVAC&R industry stakeholders from across North America and beyond – including end users, technology suppliers, and representatives from local governments and international organisations – all gathered online yesterday at ATMO America Summit 2021 to network, learn and exchange knowledge with industry changing discussions in the natural refrigerants market. You will find below some sessions highlights. We would like to address a…
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Accelerate24.news: ATMOsphere America: Green America Keynoter Says Sustainable Refrigeration is ‘Critical’ to Climate, Public Health
“It is unequivocal that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land, and climate change is already affecting every inhabited region across the globe.” That was the message from Green America’s Climate Campaigns Director Beth Porter in her keynote at the ATMOsphere America conference, which took place online on November 3. ATMOsphere America was…
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Hydrocarbons21.com: ATMOsphere America: Publix Committed to R290 for Small Plug-In Cabinets
U.S. retailer Publix Supermarkets, which operates 1,284 stores in seven Southeastern states, has committed to using propane (R290) refrigerant in all of its small self-contained cabinets in new stores as well as in replacement units in existing stores. That was one of the messages shared by Doug Milu, Manager, Refrigeration & Energy Program for the…
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WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
Welcome & Introduction by Marc Chasserot, Founder, ATMOsphere.
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END USER PANEL
Leading end users will their experiences using different types of natural refrigerant technologies, including benefits, challenges, and future plans. Doug Milu, Manager, Refrigeration & Energy Program, Publix Super Markets Vincent Godin, President, Emblem Cranberry
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UPDATE ON EPA’S GREENCHILL PROGRAM BY ITS NEW MANAGER, KERSEY MANLICLIC
As newly appointed manager of the EPA’s GreenChill Program, Kersey Manliclic will talk about GreenChill’s mission and goals. Kersey Manliclic, GreenChill Program Manager, Stratospheric Protection Division Office of Atmospheric Programs U.S., Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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MARKET MEGA TRENDS BY ATMOsphere
Ilana Koegelenberg, Market Intelligence Manager & Co-Founder, ATMOsphere, will share the latest market and policy trends from around the world on natural refrigerant technologies, including selected data from ATMOsphere’s Annual Market Intelligence Report. She will particularly focus on the “Mega Trends” affecting the industry, either driving impeding the uptake of natural refrigerants.
Read more
KEYNOTE
The 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
Read more
IMPACT OF REFRIGERANTS PANEL: HEALTH, SAFETY & CLIMATE
Panel 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
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POLICY & STANDARDS SESSION
Key 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
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ONE 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…
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Sessions Announcement
KeynoteWe 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…
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EVENT PLATFORM DEMO VIDEO
With 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…
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R744.com: ATMOsphere America Conference to Feature U.S. EPA and Green America
The 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
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Panels Announcement
Policy & 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…
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END 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…
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IMPACT OF REFRIGERANTS PANEL
We are delighted to announce one of the key panels of ATMOsphere America 2021 Summit. This session will focus on the impact of refrigerants on our health, safety, and the environment. Panelists will look at the various refrigerants available today on the market. Meet the experts: Cora Young, Associate Professor and Rogers Chair in Chemistry, York University Thomas Frank, CEO, Refolution Industriekälte Don’t…
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ATMO AMERICA 2021 FEATURES
We’re bringing you a fantastic lineup for the next ATMOsphere America Summit 2021 with great features, including: SPEAKERS – Top experts will discuss a variety of topics including the latest policy and regulatory updates, the impact of refrigerants, market and technology trends, and more! 1 DAY CONFERENCE – Packed with knowledge and networking opportunities VIRTUAL PLATFORM – A meeting place for all local and international HVAC&R…
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CALL FOR ONLINE SPONSORS!
BE PART OF THE CONFERENCE Join the world’s largest community for natural refrigerant-based technologies! This is your opportunity to showcase your expertise and market leadership at ATMOsphere America Summit 2021! ATMO America is an annual event which brings industry leaders together, including: decision-makers, government representatives, HVAC&R industry professionals, academics, engineers, researchers, students, and other key players. Sponsoring our conference will expand your business, and raise…
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Check our impressive program!
With ATMO America being the most influential forum for discussions on the business case for natural refrigerants, we’re thrilled to announce the tentative program for the first part of its next edition, taking place on November 3, 2021, online. Check out the program highlights below, packed with great content and online networking opportunities. Register for free and join in the discussion! Stay tuned for announcements of presentations and expert…
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Program Features
Are you ready for the most important and influential platform for future-proof HVAC&R technologies? We’re thrilled to announce our tentative program for the 10th edition of ATMO America, taking place on October 13-14 2021, both in-person in Washington D.C. and online! ATMO America is set to continue the growing discussion on opportunities for natural refrigerants in America, bringing you yet again another innovative,…
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CALL FOR CASE STUDIES!
YOUR’RE INVITED TO SUBMIT YOUR NATURAL REFRIGERANT-BASED INNOVATIVE CASE STUDY FOR ATMO AMERICA SUMMIT 2021! This is an official call for abstracts with natural refrigerant technologies to be presented at the conference. Click here to learn more and please use the template provided. The deadline for submissions is 31 July 2021. The selection process will be highly selective due…
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HILLPHOENIX: PLATINUM SPONSOR
WELCOME TO OUR PLATINUM SPONSOR: HILLPHOENIX Did you know that Hillphoenix, ATMO America 2021 Platinum Sponsor, is a leading brand of Dover Food Retail and a pioneer in designing environmentally sustainable refrigeration technologies? Click here to learn more about our proud sponsor! Dover Food Retail doesn’t stop at developing innovative Hillphoenix products. The company also supports our industry’s…
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Call for industry leaders to join us as a sponsor!
Sponsoring ATMO America Summit 2021 will give your company a unique opportunity to showcase your market leadership and expertise of environmentally-friendly and future-proof technologies! This year’s event will give our sponsors great visibility opportunities and exposure to industry leaders, being present both in-person and online. With our proven track record, benefits of becoming a sponsor in our rapidly-growing industry of sustainable heating & cooling technologies,…
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
We are pleased to announce that the 2021 edition of ATMOsphere America Summit will be an in-person event and will take place on October 13-14 2021 in Washington D.C. We are going full circle and back to where we originally hosted ATMOsphere America 10 years ago. Why attend? With the Biden administration in place, the regulatory framework of…
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