As a highly efficient thermodynamic cycle formed by pure natural fluid and using
aerothermal energy, transcritical CO 2 technology has huge advantages in terms of energy …

Visible signs of climate change call for urgent actions on food retail industry, since such a
sector is characterized by an abundant carbon footprint. Being CO 2 (or R744) recognized …

This paper investigates the integrated and state-of-the art features of CO 2 trans-critical
booster systems. The main objective is to identify the most promising solutions in terms of …

The concept of cascade mechanical subcooling is recommended to widen the application of
natural working fluid CO 2, improve the efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of CO 2 …

Ejector-equipped vapor-compression systems for refrigeration and cooling, relying solely on
CO 2 (R744) as a natural working fluid, are perceived to be an eco-friendly and highly …

CO 2 based power and refrigeration cycles have been developed and analyzed in different
existing studies. However, the development of a CO 2 based comprehensive energy system …

The recent regulation concerning the ban of the hydro-fluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants has
led to the employment of environmentally friendly solutions for refrigeration. Systems that …

The ever-stricter regulations put into effect worldwide to significantly decrease the
considerable carbon footprint of commercial refrigeration sector have forced the transition to …

The changing legislative landscape for fluorinated refrigerants is underpinning the market
trends for natural refrigerants in various sectors globally. This article outlines the main …

Refrigeration systems and heating/air conditioning units used in supermarkets are
responsible for a great part of the annual electricity consumption of industrialized countries …