Expert paper: Reducing the Global Warming Impact of Supermarket Refrigeration Systems

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Sustainability in supermarkets

Unlock the full potential of your supermarket’s sustainability journey. Gain the insights and strategies you need to drive meaningful change and achieve your ESG goals.

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Today, sustainability is more than a trend—it's a necessity. Supermarkets around the world are under increasing pressure from consumers and regulators to adopt environmentally friendly practices and demonstrate their commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. As leaders in the industry, supermarkets have a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on climate change by reducing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Our expert paper dives into the latest trends and best practices that supermarkets can implement to meet these demands head-on. Explore the latest trends and best practices in:

Phasing out high GWP refrigerants such as R-404A
Moving to natural refrigerants whenever possible from a safety, energy efficiency, and cost perspective
Increasing energy efficiency
Implementing maintenance strategies

Acknowledging the different stages of refrigerant transitions globally, this paper highlights universal pathways to reduce energy consumption, emissions, and cost. From mandatory sustainability reporting to voluntary initiatives like the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and refrigerant and energy-related policies, we cover all the bases to help you navigate the complex landscape of sustainability regulations and expectations.

The paper provides a comprehensive guide to cutting-edge solutions for reducing emissions from refrigeration systems, which are the largest source of on-site GHG emissions for supermarkets. By transitioning to low GWP refrigerants, enhancing maintenance practices, and adopting energy-efficient technologies, supermarkets can not only comply with regulations but also unlock opportunities for innovation and long-term value creation.

Whether you're an investor looking to support sustainable businesses or a supermarket executive aiming to lead your company towards a greener future, this expert paper is an invaluable resource. Download it now to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to drive meaningful change in your operations.

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Special acknowledgement to:

Ray Gluckman, Director at Gluckman Consulting Ltd, for his expert insights and support in writing this paper.

Ray Gluckman is a highly experienced technical and management consultant with over 40 years of experience in the fields of refrigeration, energy efficiency and climate change.

He is a leading authority on reducing emissions of fluorinated greenhouse gases (“F-Gases” such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)), and has acted as a technical advisor in this field to many private sector clients and to public sector organisations including the UK Government, the European Commission, the United Nations and the World Bank.

Ray has an engineering degree from Cambridge University. He was President of the UK Institute of Refrigeration in 1995 and 1996. He received the Cooling Industry Gold Award in 2011. He is a senior advisor to the Montreal Protocol TEAP (Technical and Economic Assessment Panel) and a member of the Montreal Protocol RTOC (Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Technical Options Committee).

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