Hudson Technologies Hosts Climate Week Panel on Low-GWP Refrigerant Transition
Event summary
- Hudson Technologies will host a panel discussion on September 21, 2026, at NASDAQ MarketSite during Climate Week NYC 2026.
- The panel, moderated by Hudson's CEO Ken Gaglione, will discuss strategies for the low-GWP refrigerant transition, including supply shortages and industry-wide recovery efforts.
- Panelists include experts from the refrigerant industry, academia, and research institutions, such as Dr. Mark Shiflett, Dr. Kalin Baca, Nathan Walker, and Raghav Muralidharan.
- The event is part of Climate Week NYC 2026, which brings together over 100,000 participants across 1,000+ events.
The big picture
Hudson Technologies' panel discussion underscores the critical need for strategic planning in the HVAC and refrigeration industry as it navigates the transition to low-GWP refrigerants. The event highlights the intersection of regulatory mandates, technological innovation, and market dynamics, with implications for supply chain resilience and sustainability efforts. Climate Week NYC 2026 serves as a global platform for advancing climate progress, bringing together key stakeholders to shape the future of the low-carbon economy.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Impact
- How the AIM Act-mandated reduction in HFC refrigerant production allowances will affect the refrigerant supply and industry strategies.
- Technological Innovation
- The pace at which innovative separation technologies for mixed refrigerants will be developed and commercialized.
- Market Dynamics
- Whether the industry can sustain the transition to next-generation, lower GWP refrigerants and cooling equipment amid supply tightness.