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| | Atmosphere 2009 - CO2 highlightsNov. 09, 2009 - During a dedicated workshop session on 19 October end-users, manufacturers, and engineering companies shed light on the best-practice use of R744 in Mobile Air Conditioning for conventional and next-generation electric vehicles, vending machines, hot water heat pumps, and supermarkets. Presentations now available. CO2 in Commercial HW Heat Pumps: Hirotaka Itou, President of Nihon Itomic, presented an overview of hot water heat pumps operating with major success in Japan. "EcoCute" models for residential use have been sold to 1.7 million households, while commercial units amount to 8,000 units, out of which itomic has produced 1,300. Major success factors for establishing CO2 heat pumps also outside Europe would include supports by government and extra-governmental organisations, regular industry and educational events, energy efficiency awards, the creation of a strong brand name and marketing efforts, as well as a collaboration of electricity providers and heat pump manufacturers. Source: R744.com | |
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