ICARMA Supports Comprehensive Responsible Refrigerant Use

In the policy statement, the Council advanced four principles as a comprehensive approach to globally responsibly refrigerants use.  These four principles include promotion of the Responsible Use Guide for Minimizing Fluorocarbon Emissions in Manufacturing Facilities; technician training guidelines; recycle/reclaim/destroy programs; and political advocacy: 

Manufacturing Guidelines

The Council endorsed the Responsible Use Guide for Minimizing Fluorocarbon Emissions in Manufacturing Facilities, which provides recommendations for refrigerant containment and environmental protection. 

Technician Training Guidelines

ICARMA developed training program guidelines which support strengthening educational opportunities for technicians who install, service and maintain HVACR equipment.

Recycle/Reclaim/Destroy Programs

ICARMA promoted the use of recycle, reclaim and destroy programs which provide for the collection, transport, storage and/or disposal of surplus refrigerants. 

Political Advocacy

The Council encouraged information sharing with policy makers regarding industry’s current voluntary responsible refrigerant management and environmental protection efforts.

ICARMA’s Comprehensive Responsible Refrigerant Use Policy Statement, Responsible Use Guide for Manufacturing Facilities, and Technician Training Guidelines can be found on the ICARMA website at www.icarma.org.

ICARMA is a membership organization of trade associations in countries with manufacturers of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment who have a significant share of the international market.  The Council, which currently includes members from Brazil, Canada