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The Future of RAC Training and Certification in the EU (Part 3)

Part 3 of AREA seminar Challenges associated with alternative and natural refrigerants Addressing flammability, toxicity and high-pressure applications. Ensuring safety, reliability, energy efficiency and environmental performance throughout the equipment lifecycle.

Topic

Air Conditioning & Ventilation & Heat PumpsRefrigeration

When & Where

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Wed, 10/14/2026 10:20 AM - 10:40 AM

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Hall 8 / 8-512

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Details

  • Format:

    Lecture

  • Language:

    English

Session description

AREA would like to present its members' position and the latest developments regarding the implementation of the new F-Gas Regulation (EU) 2024/573.
AREA fully supports the ambitions and objectives of the Regulation, particularly in view of the increased competence requirements associated with new technologies and alternative refrigerants.
However, AREA members and European countries are currently at different stages in the development and implementation of training and certification schemes for alternative refrigerants. To fully achieve the Regulation's objectives and unlock its full potential, AREA wishes to present and discuss practical proposals on how F-Gas training and certification schemes can be implemented effectively, ensuring a cons ...

Speaker

AREA_stepan stojanov
Stepan Stojanov
Vice President
AREA_thanos boris
Thanos Biris
Treasurer
Marco Buoni
Marco Buoni
Past President with Mandate for International Affairs
Portrait Jörg Peters
Jörg Peters
Bundesfachschule Kälte-Klima-Technik
AREA_Said El Harch
Said El Harch
General Secretary

Moderator

Marco Buoni
Marco Buoni
Past President with Mandate for International Affairs