New Federal Guidelines May Cause Price of Repairing, Replacing AC Units to Rise

What EPA's new coolant requirement means for your AC unit

This year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency began requiring the use of a new, more environmentally friendly refrigerant in new HVAC units.

New federal guidelines may cause price of repairing, replacing AC units to rise

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- Air conditioning is an essential part of life for many in the Las Vegas valley and for those fortunate enough to have it, not having it can be cause for some real concern. "I can't imagine living in Vegas and not having air conditioning," local, Kaili Bach told 8 News Now. New federal guidelines are contributing to a nationwide refrigerant shortage that could make repairing or replacing air conditioning units this summer even…

Scientists develop revolutionary technology to remove harsh chemicals from AC units: 'Expecting demand for air conditioning to increase hugely'

While global temperatures rise, so does the use of air conditioning. Around two billion AC units are in use across the world, according to Tech Xplore, and a new technology could revolutionize them. The technology provides an alternative refrigerant to those currently in AC units, Tech Xplore reported. AC units rely on refrigerants such as hydrochlorofluorocarbons, also known as HCFCs, which deplete the ozone layer and produce planet-warming pol…

The Cost of Replacing Air Conditioners in 2025 - NerdWallet

The cost to replace an air conditioner is typically $5,000 to $13,000 for full air conditioning systems. High-efficiency HVAC systems run up to $19,000.

Top 7 Common Issues with Air Conditioning Units - Architectures Ideas

When summer temperatures soar, a malfunctioning air conditioner can turn your home into an uncomfortable sauna. If your AC isn’t keeping you cool, understanding the most common air conditioner problems and the parts that cause them can help you troubleshoot quickly and restore comfort.From insufficient cooling and strange noises to leaks and rising energy bills, knowing what to look for means you can address minor issues yourself or call a profe…

Carbon Clean announces successful factory test of revolutionary CycloneCC C1 technology at commercial scale in the UK

This breakthrough technology uses centrifugal force to enhance CO2 absorption and can capture up to 285 tonnes of  CO2 per day. It has successfully completed an extensive verification programme at Thomas Broadbent and Sons and is now ready for commercial deployment at industrial scale. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Carbon Clean’s modular CycloneCC C1 series, which combines RPBs with the company’s proprietary APBS-CDRMax solv…