Refrigerant Replacement

Small business owners are always seeking ways to reduce overhead costs while benefiting their communities. The BayREN Refrigerant Replacement (BRRR) Program helps Bay Area food and floral businesses reduce greenhouse gas emissions by swapping out harmful refrigerants for more environmentally-friendly alternatives. Additionally, the program installs energy efficient equipment that will help lower utility bills. All this at little to no-cost to the businesses.  

How to Participate

1. Email BRRR to complete your interest form: env-bayrenbpa@sfgov.org.  BayREN will reach out within 5 business days to discuss your eligibility and provide an overview of the program, however, the program does not launch until 2025. 
2. Schedule a free equipment evaluation.
3. Receive start-to-finish project service.
4. Obtain a free refrigeration training.
5. Enjoy more efficient, reliable refrigeration! 

Avoid expensive emergency repairs and reduce your environmental impact! Plus, you’ll use less energy on your day-to-day operations and will have the potential to save on your utility bills! 

Eligibility

Businesses that are screened for eligibility will be notified when BRRR launches in 2025. 

• To be eligible, your business must have at least one operating remote condensing unit, as shown in the photo below. This equipment is typically located in basements, on roofs, or outdoors.

• Businesses can check their geographic eligibility on our online map.

  Eligibility Map

• Please note that upgrades currently underway or already finished do not qualify for the program.