Event Recap

Building on the momentum of REEF’s Climate Week NYC 2024 event, our recent panel during Climate Week San Francisco brought together an inspiring group of experts for a dynamic conversation on how refrigerants fit into global net-zero goals. Held as a hybrid event, the session featured powerful insights into California’s leadership, emerging corporate strategies, and the urgent need to scale low-GWP refrigerants and refrigerant lifecycle management.

The event kicked off with opening remarks by Kristen Taddonio, who underscored why refrigerants remain one of the most mission-critical, yet overlooked, climate issues. A keynote on advancing state-level refrigerant policy set the tone for an engaging panel moderated by Zoe Dawson, featuring Ramé Hemstreet, Aanchal Kohli, D.Env., and Tilden Chao. From technology innovation to corporate ESG goals and policy gaps, the discussion covered what must happen in the next five years to accelerate HVAC decarbonization.

While we regret that no recordings or artifacts are available due to a technical issue, the impact of the event was undeniable. The audience Q&A sparked thoughtful exchanges, and we closed with a clear call to action: work together, scale bold ideas, and eliminate refrigerant emissions.

We’re grateful to everyone who participated and helped make Climate Week SF 2025 a success. Let’s keep the momentum going—onward to a cleaner cooling future!

Discussion Topics:

How California is influencing national refrigerant policy and what’s next for U.S. regulation.

Corporate climate goals & refrigerant solutions: What’s working, what’s missing?

Scaling refrigerant reclaim & lifecycle management: Incentives, financing, and market barriers.

Technology advancements: What’s next for ultra-low GWP and refrigerant-free cooling?

Mission 2030: What must happen in the next five years to eliminate refrigerant emissions?

What was Accomplished?

🌍 Connected with Climate Champions:

Joined a dynamic gathering of sustainability leaders, industry pioneers, and forward-thinking innovators who are shaping the future of refrigerant management and HVAC decarbonization.

💡 Gained Cutting-Edge Insights:

Heard from leading experts and policymakers who are driving bold action on refrigerant emissions and accelerating the transition to sustainable cooling solutions. Discovered the latest technologies, market trends, and policy shifts that will define the future of low-impact refrigerants and HVAC sustainability.

🌱 Been Part of the Solution:

Supported REEF’s mission to eliminate refrigerant emissions, one of the most critical and overlooked climate challenges. Your participation helped amplify the impact of climate-conscious businesses, policymakers, and innovators committed to making HVAC systems part of a cleaner, more sustainable future.

🏙️ Experienced San Francisco’s Innovation Hub:

Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities, this event took place in a venue that embodies climate leadership, cutting-edge technology, and sustainable design.

🔗 Drove Real Impact:

This was more than just a conference—it was an opportunity to engage in transformative conversations, shape policy direction, and accelerate meaningful change in refrigerant sustainability.