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Navigating Refrigerant Legislation and Restrictions: Cooltherm’s Latest CPD Now Available

The HVAC industry is entering a phase of greater restriction in response to environmental pressures with new refrigerant regulations shaping the future of climate control systems. With sustainability, compliance, and energy efficiency critical to both the public and private sectors, staying informed is essential for consultants, contractors, and designers.

Cooltherm’s newest CIBSE-approved CPD session, ‘Navigating Refrigerant Legislation and Restrictions,’ is designed to equip industry professionals with the knowledge they need to traverse these evolving regulations.

What Does the CPD Cover?

This CPD provides a deep dive into the latest legislation affecting refrigerant use, focusing on:

  • F-Gas Regulations & Phase Down Timelines
    Understanding the impact of the Montreal Protocol, EU 517/2014, and the new EU 573/2024 on refrigerant selection
  • Global Warming Potential (GWP) Considerations
    The role of high-GWP refrigerants in climate change and how lower-GWP alternatives will be deployed
  • PFAS role in future restrictions
    How upcoming legislation may impact synthetic refrigerants and what alternatives are available
  • Quota Systems & Availability
    How the high GWP refrigerants will be phased from circulation
  • Natural Refrigerants as a Solution
    The benefits and safety considerations of R290 (Propane) as a viable low-GWP refrigerant.


Why This CPD is Essential for HVAC Professionals

The HVAC landscape is changing rapidly, and consultants need to stay ahead of these developments to stay on the right side of regulatory compliance, system efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

It is more important than ever to understand how these regulations will impact project specifications and procurement decisions.

Flexible Learning Options

Cooltherm offer CPD sessions with flexible delivery methods to suit your schedule. Whether you prefer in-person presentations at your office or an interactive online session, we provide high-quality education tailored to your needs.

Don’t let regulatory changes catch you off guard. Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay ahead with Cooltherm’s CPD on Refrigerant Legislation and Restrictions.

To book your session, get in touch with our team today.

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