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How to migrate to an SF6 -free future ahead of impending F-gas regulations
Latest EU F-gas proposal suggests 2026 and 2030 as SF6 prohibition dates for Medium Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) Latest EU F-gas proposal suggests 2026 and 2030 as SF6 prohibition dates for Medium Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) Piloting alternative solutions now will support a seamless migration towards SF6 -free GIS technologies New whitepaper shares […]
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Greenhouse gas SF6 as a climate hazard in wind turbines
Wind farms are to be expanded more quickly. But the systems contain a substance that contributes to the greenhouse effect. Although this could be avoided, the EU wants to allow long transition periods. Sulfur hexafluoride has fascinating properties. Above all: The gas is a perfect insulator. That is why it is mainly used in so-called […]
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Why scientists have pumped a potent greenhouse gas into streams on public lands
Transcript Blacktail Deer Creek in Yellowstone National Park, seen here in a 2019 photo from the ecological study known as NEON, is one site where researchers have bubbled sulfur hexafluoride into the water. NEON A massive ecological study that’s happening across the United States, and which is designed to track the impact of long-term changes […]
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Porous crystals bind fluorine-containing greenhouse gases
Emissions of greenhouse gases contribute significantly to global warming. Not only carbon dioxide (CO2) but also fluorine-containing gases—including so-called per- or polyfluorinated hydrocarbons, or PFCs—have a significant share in this development. Researchers at the Institute of Organic Chemistry of Heidelberg University led by Prof. Dr. Michael Mastalerz recently developed new crystalline materials that can selectively […]
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Achieving net zero requires ‘bold steps’ away from SF6 [Sulphur Hexafluoride]
According to the European Union, sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) free technologies are the energy industry’s future. Here, ABB’s Stephen Gibbs, discusses their rollout and potential contribution to decarbonised distribution networks. As a highly efficient electrical insulator, SF6 has been a vital component of switchgear design since the 1950s. It is stable, non-flammable, non-toxic, inert, and […]
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HFO1233zd [1-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropene] plant opened in India
INDIA: A new plant manufacturing the low GWP HFO refrigerant 1233zd [1-Chloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropene] has commenced production in Dahej, Gujarat. The factory, a deal between Honeywell and Indian chemical company Navin Fluorine, was officially opened today by Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel, chief minister of Gujarat. Marketed by Honeywell as Solstice zd, HFO1233zd has various applications, including blowing agents […]
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What is SF6? Sulphur hexafluoride explained
What is SF6? Sulphur hexafluoride explained Sulphur hexafluoride – also known as SF6 – is a ‘greenhouse gas’ that has long played a part in global warming, similar to that of carbon dioxide (CO2). CO2 has been a focal point of climate change for many years. Released from the burning of fossil fuels and other […]
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An F-gas free future in power grids?
As European action ramps up against harmful F-gases and toxic PFAS substances, the industry is using clean F-gas free alternatives for electrical switchgear that will allow the EU to achieve its climate objectives By Siemens Energy We are 91,000 employees determined to be part of the world’s most valued energy technology company. 05 Apr 2022 […]
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Climate change: Cushioned trainers containing sulphur hexafluoride, a greenhouse gas 23,000 times more potent than carbon dioxide, have made global warming worse – Dr Richard Dixon
We all know that carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels in factories, power stations, cars and homes is the main contributor to climate change. Joggers may have been unwittingly contributing to climate change because of the way their footwear was made (Picture: Ross Land/Getty Images) Some of us know that methane, from farming and landfill […]
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Sulfuyl Fluoride: Termite Fumigation in California Is Fueling the Rise of a Rare Greenhouse Gas
Note from Fluoride Action Network The brain is the main target for Sulfuryl fluoride. Sulfuryl fluoride’s use as a food fumigant on post-harvest food was first approved by the US EPA Office of Pesticides in 2004. With this approval, EPA approved the highest levels of fluoride residues on food in its history. According to EPA, […]
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