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Editor’s note W


Gen Z, green tech and cooling clarity


elcome to the December issue of ACR News. Heat pumps remain at the centre of the UK’s decarbonisation debate, with the inclusion of air-to-


air systems in the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) signalling both opportunity and complexity in shaping the right technology mix for


homes and businesses. Professor Dick Powell of Refrigerant Solutions asks the critical question: “Is the UK installing the right type of heat pump?”, a challenge echoed by Tim Mitchell of Klima T erm, who highlights the regulatory shiſt s and the promise of high-temperature models delivering effi ciency, operational excellence, and future- proof refrigerants. Olivia Downing of Nibe adds that building a low-carbon workforce is just as vital as the technology itself. Refrigeration is undergoing its own generational reset. Stefano Ghidella of ABB explores how Gen Z engineers are reshaping traditional mindsets with digital fl uency, sustainability focus, and collaborative energy. Seasonal advice also comes from Hubbard Systems, reminding operators that clean machines, good servicing, and proper airfl ow are the keys to reliable Christmas ice. Elsewhere, Kevin McGuane of DMA Group warns that under-used Building Management Systems risk undermining energy investments, while Will Overton of Vectis Refrigeration stresses the importance of service data ownership in the digital age. And in the OEM space, Ian Morgan of ICS Cool Energy shows how accredited partnerships safeguard compliance, reliability, and performance.


I hope you fi nd this issue informative and interesting.


Lynn Sencicle, Managing Editor lsencicle@datateam.co.uk


GB F-Gas Consultations Now Open for The Reform of HFC Regulations


New proposals to the current GB F-Gas legislation could see the current 2027 quota cut increased. GB quota now sits at 31% of the 2015 availability. The current regulations state that the next 2027 cut would see the 31% reduced to 24% vs 13.1% in Europe. Under new proposals the 24% will be reduced to 16.2% which equates to almost a 50% reduction vs 2026 availability. This will almost certainly lead to much tighter supply constraints and increased prices. To achieve current HFC emission targets consumers will need to begin changing from high/medium GWP refrigerants to more long term sustainable low GWP refrigerants typically below 150 GWP. This is a bit of a minefield not knowing what options are even available. To help navigate this next stage in the phasedown National Refrigerants has produced a helpful guide to show what options are currently available. Our Refrigerant Route Planner has been developed to help guide you through the available options by market sector.


You will be able to download the guide from 1st December - visit www.nationalref.com or call 01455 630790 National Refrigerants qp ACR Dec25.indd 1


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