About us

What can I find on ammonia21.com?

The website will keep you abreast of all developments on the natural refrigerant R717 (NH₃) in a user-friendly way. It provides:

• News affecting the use of ammonia worldwide
• Components, Systems & Engineering Services for ammonia heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems
• Upcoming conferences & events
• Papers database & Frequently Asked Questions about NH₃ in different applications
• A company directory listing key actors in the ammonia refrigeration sector
• A gateway to the global natural refrigerant community
• A jobs platform to connect employers and qualified staff active in ammonia Technology

Who should use it?

• Engineers from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and system / components suppliers developing ammonia systems
• Retailers or End Users that are looking for sustainable refrigeration systems
• Public Authorities worldwide
• Media and NGOs following climate change and environmental technologies, as well as
• Anyone with an interest in environmentally safe heating, cooling and refrigeration systems for industrial, commercial, and residential applications

What does ammonia21.com stand for?

ammonia21.com is part of shecco's new "21" series promoting sustainable technologies. The number "21" stands for coming of age, adulthood, maturity - just as ammonia technology is a technically mature alternative ready to replace many more harmful F-gases worldwide.

What's more, "21" also symbolises the challenges, but also opportunities, mankind will face in the 21st century. Ammonia as a climate-friendly refrigerant will contribute its share so that today's and future generations can make the 21st century a century of sustainability.

The website's tagline - "Everything Natural" - reflects ammonia's main benefits: a natural and efficient solution able to replace chemical alternatives with unknown impacts on the environment and human health.

Where are we today?

Since its launch, over 25 companies and research institutes have joined ammonia21.com as Partners (as of September 2016). Pioneers in ammonia technology, they are actively involved in the development of this collaborative platform. More partners are welcome to join!