Hanon Systems Estimates TFA Levels Generated by Automotive F-Gas Emissions
Hanon Systems, a major South Korean provider of automotive thermal management systems, has released a report estimating the amount of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) generated in Europe by emissions of refrigerants HFC-134a and HFO-1234yf from car cooling and heating systems. The report also describes the opportunity to limit TFA creation via the use of CO2 (R744) and […]
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ECHA Launches Consultation on SEAC’s Draft Opinion on PFAS
The European Chemicals Agency has invited stakeholders to comment until May 25 on the draft opinion of its SEAC Committee on the proposed restriction of PFAS, including f-gases. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced on March 25 that until May 25 EU stakeholders can provide comments that will help inform the final opinion of the […]
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Monitoring of PFAS, Including TFA, Begins Under EU Drinking Water Directive
As of January 12, member states must measure either total PFAS, including TFA, or the sum of 20 PFAS, with limits of 0.5mcg/L and 0.1mcg/L, respectively. The European Commission announced on January 12 that, under new rules in the EU’s recast Drinking Water Directive, member states must begin monitoring “in a harmonized way” per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) levels […]
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Canadian Researchers Find More Atmospheric TFA in the Summer and in Urban Areas
Using a novel air sampler, the study revealed trends consistent with the leakage of HFO-1234yf in car air-conditioning. A new study by Canadian researchers has found that the amount of trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) in the atmosphere, formed by the oxidation of HFO-1234yf and other f-gases, is greatest in the summer and near urban areas, consistent […]
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Illinois and New Mexico Exclude F-Gas Refrigerants from PFAS Laws
A new law enacted by Illinois and a similar law passed in April in New Mexico, which both authorize significant regulations of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), specifically exclude refrigerants that are deemed acceptable by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Both Illinois and New Mexico use the scientifically endorsed definition of PFAS that includes many f-gas […]
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U.S. Use of HFOs and HCFOs Expected to More Than Double by 2030, Warns EIA
Consumption of hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) and hydrochlorofluoroolefins (HCFOs) in the U.S. is projected to more than double by 2030, reaching approximately 106,000 metric tons – up from around 40,000 metric tons in 2021 – according to a new report from the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA). The report – “Persistent Problems” – raises concerns about the environmental […]
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Call to Action: join our industry petition to ECHA
The Coalition for PFAS-Free Cooling & Heating is calling on all like-minded companies to join us in demanding a healthier, more sustainable and competitive future for the European HVAC&R industry. We have launched a petition urging the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to enact strict and comprehensive restrictions on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in HVAC&R […]
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PFAS a growing concern for the HVAC&R industry
The Coalition for PFAS-Free Cooling & Heating recently hosted a critical online event, “PFAS: A Growing Concern in the HVAC&R Industry,” featuring renowned industry expert Professor Michael Kauffeld. The event focused on the escalating concerns surrounding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs), and trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) within the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration […]
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