As we’ve discussed above, the main legislation affecting the commercial refrigeration industry is the Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases (F-Gas) Regulations. You can find out more about these rules on our dedicated F-gas regulations page by clicking here. The first of the newer cut-backs and bans came into effect on 1st January 2020, and further F-gas bans are now in effect as of 1st January 2022.
Another piece of legislation, which doesn’t apply directly to refrigerants themselves but to the refrigeration systems that contain them, is the Energy Labelling Regulations. The familiar A–G energy rating scale was changed in early 2021, so manufacturers and suppliers of energy-related products (like professional refrigeration units) are required to use updated energy information labels.
This means that sellers and operators of commercial refrigeration systems must carefully consider their energy efficiency and environmental impact. Doing so should help you to make a smart purchase, being fully informed on the upfront equipment costs and lifetime operating costs.