AIM Act Update
Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc. (CSR) understands there are many questions when it comes to the EPA’s AIM Act and we do our best to stay informed to help answer those questions and guide our clients in their decision-making processes.
Recently, there has been an updated ruling issued by the EPA which changes timelines and requirements from what was originally issued. Zero Zone® has a table showing what was changed, what was the original ruling, and what is the new ruling. In short, the deadlines for retail/commercial refrigeration that were originally issued to be enforced starting January 1st, 2026, and beyond have been pushed back to January 1st, 2032. All enforcement deadlines that were specified to start before January 1st, 2026, are still in effect.
For example, new self-contained refrigeration units must still use a refrigerant whose GWP is equal to or less than 150 but refrigeration systems containing a remote condensing unit do not have to hit this mark until January 1st, 2032. Also, many industrial applications must still hit their originally designated deadlines. The only exception appears to be for cold storage warehouses which now has an enforcement deadline of January 1st, 2032.
Please review the source article referenced from Zero Zone®, as well as EPA’s website, and check with your local city/county/state inspector’s office for additional information to ensure you are conforming to both federal and state regulations.
At Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc. we strive to design and install superior commercial and industrial refrigeration systems as well as help our clients make informed decisions to solve their needs now and into the future. For any questions on how the AIM Act may affect your operation, please contact Carlson & Stewart Refrigeration, Inc.