R290 is environmentally friendly refrigerant that is naturally occurring and has very little effect on the environment. While R290 has been used in some refrigeration applications over the last two decades, it is now the new standard in commercial refrigeration. Making buying a refrigeration unit with R290 coolant a natural fit for foodservice operators who understand the paybacks are multiple shades of green.
 

Naturally Occurring - R290 is a hydrocarbon propane gas that is the simplest organic compound, just hydrogen and carbon. It is naturally occurring and can be found in crude oil where decomposed organic matter creates large quantities of carbon and hydrogen. Since R290 occurs naturally, it is non-toxic to both the users and the ecosystem.
 

Environmentally Friendly - Because R290 is a naturally occurring propane gas, the impact on the environment is minimal. Compared to CFS or HFC which are currently used as standard refrigerants, and have a Global Warming Potential (GPW) of 3, 260, R290 and other hydrocarbons have a GPW of 3. This means that R290 does not, in any way, contribute to the depletion of the ozone.
 

Positive Energy - HFC and CFC refrigeration systems can use extraordinary amounts of energy to cool and have an irreversible hazardous effects on the environment. However, R290 with its thermodynamic properties and low condensing temperature maximize energy efficiency, realizing up to 50% energy efficiency with combined with other energy saving factors like ENERGY STAR^® certification. Ensuring that operators save green in every aspect of their business.

Hear more about R290 and refrigeration by visiting the Delfield team during the 2016 NRA Show, May 20-24 in Chicago, IL, booth #3401 & 3601.