Chillventa – the exhibition for energy efficiency, heat pumps and refrigeration

In response to rapid emergence of illegal traffic of Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs- or refrigerants) across the EU, and in order to assist the EU and Member States, EFCTC has launched a multi-level programme to fight against this illegal trade to raise awareness on this problem. One of the issues related to the Illegal imports of F-gases is the increased activity in the transportation of pressurized/liquefied refrigerant gases in non-compliant cylinders that do not meet the ADR 1.1.4.2. requirements. Competent authorities responsible for the ADR application, institutions and transportation related associations have been informed about the problem and have been asked to ensure that the ADR rules are strictly enforced in this respect.

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The European Heat Pump Association (EHPA) is pleased to invite you to a webinar presenting the winners of the Heat Pump City of the Year award (HPCY). The HPCY Award project was launched in 2011 to put the spotlight on cities and regions who have put in place an energy efficient project including a heat pump. The international appeal of the award has grown year after year so that it now attracts participants from all over Europe. The project aims to: •Collect best practice examples of heat pumps in urban areas to present to EU authorities •Create role models for those who still hesitate to change •Raise people’s awareness of the potential of heat pumps

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This year's topics is "Shaping Europe's energy future" and will focus on sustainable energy issues, new policy developments, best practices and sustainable energy ideas. Next to the conference, the Networking Village brings the EUSEW Community together to forge alliances and disseminate information about sustainable energy EU-funded projects.

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