Evaluating the Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact of COVID-19 Vaccines Coolers through New Optimization Indexes: Comparison between Refrigeration Systems Using HFC or Natural Refrigerants

COVID-19 vaccines are used worldwide to promote immunity and, in that sense, vaccination is a step forward toward ending the pandemic. Nevertheless, current vaccines must be ultra-cold or cold-stored. Vaccine coolers’ energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions lead to a significant environmental imp...

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Main Authors: Alexandre F. Santos, Pedro D. Gaspar, Heraldo J. L. de Souza
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: MDPI AG 2022-04-01
Series:Processes
Subjects:
vaccines
SARS CoV-2
COVID-19
environmental impact
TEWI
HFC
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9717/10/4/790
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