Chemours Expands Low-GWP Refrigerant Portfolio for Data Centers

CC expands its low-GWP Opteon refrigerant portfolio to meet rising cooling needs from AI-driven data centers and support decarbonization goals.

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The Chemours Company CC has launched Opteon ZE (R-1234ze(E)) and Opteon 515B (R-515B) for stationary chiller applications, targeting the growing cooling requirements of AI-driven data center infrastructure. The new products expand Chemours’ portfolio of low-global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants and strengthen its positioning in cooling markets.

The launch is particularly significant as artificial intelligence is increasing demand for efficient and reliable data-center cooling infrastructure. Chemours is therefore leveraging its Opteon platform to address emerging cooling requirements while supporting customers’ environmental sustainability and decarbonization objectives.

The company has been expanding its presence in data-center cooling, including Opteon ZE and Opteon 515B. These refrigerants are characterized by low GWP and classified as ASHRAE A2L and A1, respectively. It complements the existing portfolio of Opteon refrigerants used in air conditioning, refrigeration, heat pumps and across the HVACR industry.

The company also benefits from its expertise in fluorochemicals. Overall, the intellectual property portfolio Chemours is building could provide additional opportunities for growth as regulatory standards get stricter and an increasing number of data centers drive demand for advanced cooling technologies.

CC’s shares have gained 4.4% over the past year compared with the industry’s 5% rise.

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