The manufacturer’s new report calculates past and future generation of the ultrashort-chain PFAS in the atmosphere, pointing out the availability of natural alternatives.
The TherMaS system improves EV efficiency via optimized thermal management and better use of waste heat from the vehicle’s drivetrain.
In late 2024, the car manufacturer submitted an application to the EPA to list propane as acceptable for use in automotive thermal management systems.
The French automotive components manufacturer said it welcomes the proposed PFAS ban and stands for limiting the transportation industry’s environmental impact.
The compact yet robust unit is designed to offer high efficiency in ‘all climate conditions,’ according to the German manufacturer of automotive components.
ATMOsphere delegates interviewed Karsten Mundt, Sales Director International – Bus Division, of Konvekta, a Germany-based OEM specialized in air-conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration for earthbound utility vehicles with natural refrigerants,…
End users and suppliers stepped into the spotlight with presentations on CO2 and propane MAC systems.
Stefan Elbel, Professor at TU Berlin, will be addressing this question and others at the ATMO MAC Summit × TU Berlin, September 12–13.
The Italian company said its MAC unit can provide heating, cooling and hot water using a fraction of the electricity of traditional systems.
Rounding out the top five was the acquisition of CO2 heat pump and chiller maker Vitalis by KKVB Group, parent company of TEKO.
HFO-1234yf will contribute cumulative emissions of 1.7Gt during 2024–2060, while the cumulative amount of TFA deposition from HFO-1234yf emissions will reach 0.4–1.0Gt, the study says
The German train operator already has a passenger train using R290-based AC units and has tested CO2 heat pumps.
Made by ZF, the unit, filled with 290g of R290, reduces weight with twice the cooling capacity compared to previous methods for cooling and heating e-cars.
VW said it plans to move to the ‘PFAS-free’ refrigerant as quickly as possible ‘according to technical feasibility.’
