Join us for this free webinar exploring the UK Government’s consultation on reforming the HFC phasedown under the GB F Gas Regulation. These proposals will influence how the RACHP industry manages refrigerants, invests in new technology, and meets future environmental targets.

This one-hour webinar, hosted jointly by the Institute of Refrigeration, will bring together government and industry experts to explain the consultation, discuss its potential implications, and outline how the sector can coordinate an effective response

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Registration is required, and all registered attendees will receive a link to the recording after the event.

Programme

• The DEFRA Consultation on F Gas Phasedown Reform: Policy Context and Next Steps - Jacob Andresen, DEFRA
  Jacob will outline the aims and background of DEFRA’s consultation, explaining how the proposed changes align with wider UK climate goals and what the next steps will be in the policy development process.

•  Understanding the Consultation and What It Means for the RACHP Sector - Ray Gluckman,   Gluckman Consulting
  Ray will outline the main proposals within the DEFRA consultation on reforming the HFC phasedown and discuss their potential impacts across the RACHP Sector. He will highlight the key issues for businesses to consider and the opportunities that may arise as the industry continues to transition towards lower-GWP alternatives.
• How Sector organisations are Coordinating on F Gas - ACRIB Technical Committee
  This session will explain how industry groups are approaching responding to the review through the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board’s Technical Committee, representing professional bodies, trade associations and contractor bodies. It will also refer to how ACRIB is engaging with industry and government to share evidence on industry readiness and attitudes towards improving safety awareness and training for alternative refrigerants.

Chair:

• Neil Roberts, Chair of ACRIB

The session will conclude with an open Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to share questions about the Government’s approach to HFC phasedown reform.

Speakers

Jacob Andresen

Jacob Andresen is a policy lead at DEFRA, working on the reform of the GB F-gas Regulation and the UK’s HFC phasedown. He focuses on developing evidence-based policy to support the transition to lower global warming potential refrigerants. He works closely with industry to ensure the UK’s approach aligns with wider climate and environmental goals.

Ray Gluckman

Ray Gluckman is a leading authority on reducing emissions of fluorinated gases (HFCs, PFCs and SF₆) within the Kyoto basket of greenhouse gases. An internationally recognised expert, he has advised the European Commission, the UK Government and major industry clients on assessing and mitigating F-gas emissions, helping to shape effective strategies for reducing their impact on climate change.

Neil Roberts
Neil Roberts is the current Chair of ACRIB and a respected figure within the RACHP industry. With extensive experience across both technical and regulatory aspects of refrigeration and air conditioning, he has played a key role in promoting professional standards and coordinated action on environmental policy. Neil works closely with industry bodies and government to support effective, practical approaches to refrigerant management and emissions reduction.