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GWP
Abbreviation for global warming potential
In short and in plain language
GWP is a measure of how much a gas warms the climate.
The gas is compared with carbon dioxide.
For heat pumps, the value of the cooling gas counts. It helps decide which new units may be sold in the EU.
Definition
GWP stands for global warming potential. The value shows how strongly a gas contributes to global warming compared with carbon dioxide. For heat pumps and air conditioners, the GWP of the refrigerant helps decide which units may be placed on the EU market.