Arlington, VA-The American Consumer Institute (ACI) endorses the EPA’s proposal to reform the Biden-Harris 2023 Technology Transitions Rule, which mandated a rapid shift from R-410a to low-GWP refrigerants like R-454b in HVAC systems. The unrealistic timeline, cost burden, and limited supply of new refrigerants negatively impact households.
ACI supports reforming the rule to allow a more gradual refrigerant transition, aligning with the original AIM Act intent. Practical, cost-effective strategies that reduce refrigerant leakage and protect consumer welfare would also be beneficial.
Read ACI’s public comments here.
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