HCFCs: A Transitional Ally That Still Harbors Environmental Risk

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When the world began phasing out chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) under the Montreal Protocol, hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) emerged as a pragmatic, transitional substitute.


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Environmental and Health Benefits of Proper Refrigerant Recovery and Destruction

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Every year, millions of tons of refrigerants are illegally released—causing devastating impacts on our environment and public health.


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Vietnam Refrigerant Compliance: Challenge or Opportunity?

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Vietnam is intensifying regulatory controls over the handling of refrigerants—specifically HFCs and HCFCs—to uphold international environmental commitments and safeguard public health.


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Turning Waste into Value: CoolImpact Paves the Way for High-Integrity Carbon Credits in Southeast Asia

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While the world races toward Net Zero, one of the most dangerous sources of emissions remains largely overlooked: refrigerant gases such as F-gases, HFCs, and SF₆.


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Ho Chi Minh City Refrigeration Association Partners with CoolImpact to Pioneer Sustainable F-Gas Recovery in Vietnam

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On August 25, 2025, the Ho Chi Minh City Refrigeration Association (HRA) held a strategic meeting with CoolImpact, a pioneering climate-tech startup from Vietnam, to co-develop a model for safe and sustainable refrigerant (F-gas) recovery aligned with international best practices.


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