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The world is phasing down super-polluting HFCs under the Kigali Amendment—that means we need better, smarter ways to stay cool that go beyond traditional liquid refrigerants. 🌍❄️

Alternative Cooling Technologies (ACTs) are leading the charge, offering innovative, energy-efficient solutions that leapfrog over vapor-compression systems to deliver sustainable cooling while advancing climate, energy, and public health goals. These include active, passive, and hybrid systems.

CC Lab's cooling team compiled and categorized promising ACT solutions currently in the market. Explore the technologies featured below and let us know if you have additions to the list at: selin.goren@cclab.org.