Montreal Protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer. Assessment of the use of flammable refrigerants: part III of the TEAP April 1997 Report.

Author(s) : TEAP, TOC Refrigeration, KUIJPERS L.

Type of monograph: Report

Summary

This report presents a preliminary assessment of flammable refrigerant options such as hydrocarbons and their mixtures, as well as certain HFCs. Hydrocarbon refrigerants are also beginning to be used in other refrigeration sub-sectors, such as commercial refrigeration, and in some air-conditioning systems. The current status of the market for commercial refrigeration, chillers, heat pumps, as well as portable air-conditioning units is also summarized. Extract from the table of contents: general aspects of flammable refrigerants; safety of systems; existing flammable refrigerant options; use of flammables in domestic refrigeration and in other systems; energy efficiency; concluding remarks.

Details

  • Original title: Montreal Protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer. Assessment of the use of flammable refrigerants: part III of the TEAP April 1997 Report.
  • Record ID : 1998-0664
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: Figures, economy, Regulation, Environment
  • Publication: UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) - Netherlands/Netherlands
  • Publication date: 1997/04
  • ISBN: 9280716556
  • Source: Source: vol. II; part III; 68 p. (21.5 x 28); tabl.; append.
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.