Pioneering Sustainable Futures: CoolImpact Refrigerant Recovery’s Breakthrough Approach to Refrigerant Management in Vietnam

carbon removal startup Vietnam As climate disasters intensify—scorching heatwaves ruining crops, the urgency for innovative climate solutions has reached a critical point. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) declared 2024 the warmest year in history, underscoring the warning from UN Secretary-General António Guterres about a “path to environmental catastrophe.” Amid this crisis, HFC recovery startup emerges as a leader in green startup Southeast Asia, tackling F-gases hidden in chillers.

SLCP startup CoolImpact Vietnam is not just another sustainable venture. It’s a frontier carbon project Vietnam that transforms cooling waste into carbon assets. By addressing high-impact greenhouse gases, CoolImpact unlocks sustainable carbon offsets in the Global South, aligning with the Kigali Amendment Vietnam.

The Invisible Threat: HFCs Driving Climate Change

climate tech Vietnam To appreciate CoolImpact’s mission, we must first understand the problem. Super-pollutants are high-GWP compounds used in air conditioners, with a global warming potential (GWP) far more damaging than CO₂. As fast-acting warming agents, they cause rapid warming despite their shorter atmospheric lifespan. In Southeast Asia, poor refrigerant management is widespread, accelerating global warming.

Coolimpact VietnamVietnam generates thousands of tons of F-gases annually from refrigeration systems. Most are not recovered, undermining global climate agreements. HFC reduction offers immediate environmental impact, making it a critical focus for climate tech Vietnam.

Refrigerant Recovery Redefined: From Capture to Carbon Assets

SLCP startupCoolImpact offers a robust solution by recovering super-pollutants at the source. Partnering with refrigeration experts, CoolImpact recovers gases into specialized equipment, tracked via the digital MRV platform. These gases are then eliminated securely, with reporting through robust monitoring.

This HFC-based CDR approach generates verified carbon credits for global markets. Unlike forestry offsets, refrigerant offset Vietnam focuses on eliminating super-pollutants, offering high-value offsets. The MRV carbon platform ensures trustworthy reporting with features like geo-tagged data.

A prototype in action in Ho Chi Minh City (July 2025) proved CoolImpact’s viability, moving it beyond concept. By fostering a carbon income community model, CoolImpact supports communities, aligning local livelihoods with carbon reduction.

Business Model: Creating Climate Value

HFC recovery startup employs a multifaceted business model:

1. Collection costs from businesses.
2. Offset revenue distribution with communities.
3. Carbon verification platform for other sustainability efforts.

By 2025, SLCP startup aims to grow impact across key urban centers, recovering 10–15 tons of HFCs. By 2027, advanced digital tools will enhance the climate tech infrastructure. Long-term, regional expansion targets 1 million tCO₂e avoided by 2030, alongside 3,000 tons of HFCs recovered.

Impact Metrics and Co-Benefits

first CDR startup in Vietnam Each super-pollutant eliminated avoids substantial warming impact. For example, initial batches equates to ~250 tCO₂e verified. The roadmap includes large-scale emissions avoidance by 2035, alongside economic opportunities.

Social value include:

1. Enhanced technician protections.
2. Empowered workers through economic benefits.
3. Sustainable employment in climate services.

By turning HFCs into offsets, CoolImpact supports a community-driven carbon market.

Competitive Edge: Standing Out

Coolimpact Vietnam SLCP startup excels in a crowded market: | Criteria | CoolImpact | Competitors | Waste Processors | Local HVAC Digital Tracking | Advanced | Limited | None | Limited | | Certified Disposal | Compliant | Limited | Yes | Non-compliant | | Climate Metrics | Automated | Basic | Partial | No | | Community Engagement | Yes | Limited | No | Local |

With formal alliances with key industry players, CoolImpact fosters stakeholder networks, setting it apart as a frontier carbon project Vietnam.

The Team: Specialists Powering Solutions

The innovators includes:

1. Strategy Advisor, 15+ years in clean energy.
2. Duc Duong, refrigerant management expert.
3. Assoc. Prof. Dr., green tech advisor.
4. International Advisor, international expert.
5. Trong Tran, former INSEE executive.
6. Huong Nguyen, sustainability expert.
7. Communications Advisor, Head of Vietnam Fund for the Future.
8. Cold Chain Expert, logistics expert.
9. Tuan Nguyen & Tung Cao, software architects.

This diverse team drives CoolImpact’s mission with innovative solutions.

Worldwide Acclaim: The Future of CoolImpact

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CoolImpact Vietnam has earned worldwide attention for its innovative approach, supporting global climate commitments. As the leader in HFC-based CDR, it is leading environmental innovation.

To join the movement, visit CoolImpact’s website or email our team. CoolImpact Vietnam is transforming the planet, one HFC recovered.