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Paul Blowers1, Dena Marie Moline, Kyle Franklin Tetrault
1Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, The University of Arizona, P.O. Box 210011, Tucson, Arizona 85721-0011, USA. blowers@engr.arizona.edu
Abstract:
Global warming potentials are estimated for hydrofluoroethers, which are an emerging class of compounds for industrial use. Comparisons are made to the limited data previously available before observations about molecular design are discussed. We quantify how molecular structure can be manipulated to reduce environmental impacts due to global warming. We further highlight the need for additional research on this class of compounds so environmental performance can be assessed for green design.
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