Does the world need F-gases?

For years, F-gases have been in the spotlight for many complex reasons – some good and some bad: they make it possible to achieve impressive things like the super reliability of our electricity supply. On the other hand, they have a downside (the high Global Warming Potential of SF₆ comes to mind).

All things considered, it would be unfair to put all of these gases in the same box since they come in various types, each with distinct characteristics and applications.

Let’s unpack the nuances of F-gases in this episode with Rebecka Forward, Product Material Compliance Manager for the High Voltage Products business unit at Hitachi Energy. She breaks down everything you need to know about these gases into simple terms, their pros and cons, and their role in enabling the industry to move forward with better and more sustainable solutions.

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Rebecka Forward

Product Material Compliance Manager, High Voltage Products business unit, Hitachi Energy

Say hi to Rebecka Forward, our Product Material Compliance Manager who oversees our high-voltage products at Hitachi Energy.

Rebecka holds two chemistry degrees, both earned in her home country of Canada. Rebecka has a strong passion for chemistry and spent a few years sharing her knowledge with undergraduate students by teaching them the intricacies of this subject.

Rebecka’s primary focus is ensuring that our products adhere to global materials regulations, guaranteeing their safety for our valued customers and the environment. She is deeply committed to sustainability, actively fostering collaboration, and embracing diversity.

In her free time, Rebecka enjoys spending time outdoors. She loves cycling, exploring nature, and going on adventurous trips.

Listen to other episodes:

▶ Transforming challenges into opportunities in the high-voltage industry

▶ Why you need digital tools to elevate product quality

▶ CIGRE special part 1: Reliable, scalable, and compact – that’s EconiQ™!

▶ CIGRE special part 2: Hitachi Energy unveils two iconic SF₆-free world-firsts!

▶ The wonders of a switchgear factory

▶ Unlocking the secret to seamless high-voltage operations

▶ Supply chain management excellence: Enhancing global strategies 