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Elite Hitech Industries Limited launches its new range of R290 refrigerant-based air conditioners, signifying a leap forward in eco-friendly cooling technology in Bangladesh. Managing Director of the company Md. Shafiqul Islam inaugurates the products through an event in the capital recently.
Prominent figures including Deputy Managing Director of the company Noor A Alam, Director of the Department of Environment Md. Ziaul Hoque, UNDP Bangladesh’s Program Specialist Arif Mohammad Faisal, BUET Professors Dr. Md. Ali Ahammad Shoukat Choudhury, Dr. Md. Zahurul Haq, Dr. Mohammad Arif Hasan Mamun, Dr. Aloke Kumar Mozumder, Implementation Manager of GIZ Bangladesh Shanin Muntaha, UNDP Project Manager Mobarak Hossain Sajid, Finance Associate Md. Bahadur Hossain and Administrative Assistant Md. Ziaul Hasan and several dealers of the company from all over the country attended the programme.
Elite Hitech Industries Limited is pioneering an important transformation in Bangladesh’s air conditioning industry. R290, a hydrocarbon refrigerant, features zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) and a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of just 3. This innovation directly aligns with global environmental goals established by the Montreal Protocol and the Kigali Amendment, which aim to phase out HCFCs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, said a press release.
The R290 models from Elite Hitech Industries Ltd. are equipped with specialized features that set them apart:
Ltd.’s R290 air conditioners deliver substantial energy savings, reducing electricity costs while supporting Bangladesh’s energy conservation goals.
Ltd.’s R290 air conditioners create a quiet indoor environment, making them ideal for residential, office, and commercial spaces where peace and quiet are essential.
The launch of Elite Hitech Industries Ltd.’s R290 technology was made possible through collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, UNDP Bangladesh, and GIZ. Experts at the event praised the company’s commitment to international environmental standards, highlighting its contribution to aligning Bangladesh’s cooling industry with sustainable practices.
By embracing R290 technology, Elite Hitech Industries Ltd. is advancing eco-friendly manufacturing, offering consumers a cleaner, more energy-efficient, and safer cooling solution. The participation of dealers from across the country underscored the widespread interest and support for this initiative, setting new standards in the Bangladeshi market for environmentally responsible and innovative air conditioning technology.