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An innovative shift toward natural refrigerants sets a new gold standard in standalone refrigeration. This project continues True’s legacy of innovation in sustainable cooling for businesses like restaurants, bars, and ice cream shops.
Greenhouse Gas Eliminated: Traditional refrigerants
GWP Eliminated Gas: 773 - 1,962 GWP
Reversal Risk: Irreversible
Solution Type: Near-term, immediate impact
Why Propane?
Traditional refrigerants like HFCs have GWPs thousands of times higher than CO2, making them super pollutants--a significant contributor to climate change when leaked. Propane’s unique physical properties allow for exceptional energy efficiency, making it an ideal choice for both refrigerators and freezers. Unlike traditional refrigerants, propane breaks down into harmless components in the atmosphere, minimizing long-term environmental impact. True’s engineers maximized these benefits through innovative system designs, achieving a 10-year leak rate far below industry standards.
Redefining Propane’s Potential
Though propane is traditionally known as a fossil fuel associated with environmental harm, its application as a sealed refrigerant in commercial refrigeration systems is a game-changer. In this context, propane is not combusted and thus does not release CO2 emissions. Instead, it remains enclosed within the refrigeration system, enabling it to provide cooling with minimal climate impact. This innovative use challenges the conventional narrative around propane, showcasing its potential as part of the climate solution.
About True Manufacturing
True Manufacturing is a family-owned leader in commercial refrigeration, known for its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Guided by a generational vision, True challenged industry norms by championing natural refrigerants long before regulatory pressures demanded change. Their pioneering work with propane (R-290) set a new benchmark for energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Today, True continues to lead the market by investing in sustainable cooling solutions, influencing global standards, and inspiring industry-wide transformation.