As refrigerant regulations continue to evolve in response to climate and environmental concerns, staying informed has become increasingly important for professionals working across HVAC and refrigeration industries. The phase-down of high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, changing compliance requirements and the introduction of alternative refrigerants are reshaping how systems are designed, installed and maintained. For contractors, technicians and building operators, understanding these changes is essential to ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.

The session will examine the latest developments in refrigerant regulation and explore the best practices required to manage refrigerants safely and effectively throughout their lifecycle. It will consider the implications of emerging technologies, evolving environmental standards and the transition to lower-carbon alternatives, highlighting how industry professionals can navigate change while maintaining system performance, safety and compliance in a rapidly transforming sector.