Vending

NAMA supports EPA measure to slash HFCs

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May 4, 2021

The National Automatic Merchandising Association has announced its support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to phase down the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons.

"NAMA appreciates the EPA's proposed national phase-out of HFCs," Mike Goscinski, NAMA senior director, external affairs, said in a press release. "The convenience services industry has long advocated for the safe and efficient transition to alternatives, working for nearly four years to reduce HFCs in refrigerated vending machines."

Most recently, the NAMA Foundation partnered with the Department of Energy in a cooperative research and development agreement on energy efficient machines utilizing A3 refrigerants such as R290.

"We look forward to working with the Biden administration and EPA throughout the rulemaking process and serving as a resource in the final rule development," Goscinski said.