A-Gas Americas President Mike Armstrong Joins the Board of Directors at Refrigerant Emissions Elimination Forum
April 2025 | A-Gas, a world leader in lifecycle refrigerant management (LRM), is proud to announce that Mike Armstrong, Managing Director and President, A-Gas in the Americas, has joined the Refrigerant Emissions Elimination Forum (REEF). This strategic partnership underscores A-Gas' dedication to pioneering environmentally conscious practices in the refrigerant industry, aligning with REEF’s mission to eliminate refrigerant emissions and foster a sustainable future.
As a growing nonprofit dedicated to education, engagement, and empowerment, REEF is building a movement to elevate refrigerant lifecycle management (LRM) as a critical climate solution. Led by a volunteer network with expertise in refrigerants, energy systems, and corporate sustainability, REEF believes corporate leadership has a unique opportunity to accelerate action where policy and infrastructure alone have fallen short. This shared vision aligns closely with A-Gas’ commitment to LRM and underscores the power of collaboration in advancing industry-wide solutions for refrigerant recovery, reclamation, and reuse.
"I am excited to collaborate with REEF, as this partnership will further amplify our efforts to build a sustainable future through innovative refrigerant management practices," said Mike Armstrong, Managing Director, President, A-Gas in the Americas. "Our commitment to LRM is unwavering, and we believe that every action we take brings us closer to achieving our environmental goals."
“We are thrilled to have Mike join the Refrigerant Emissions Elimination Forum’s Board of Directors. His knowledge and experience will bring a vital lens from the industry as we engage with stakeholders at every phase in a refrigerant’s lifecycle to eliminate related emissions,” said Zoe Dawson, Interim CEO for REEF.
A-Gas continues to lead the industry in environmentally responsible practices, supporting businesses in meeting environmental compliance and sustainability objectives. Through its participation in REEF, A-Gas reinforces its position as a champion of environmentally sound business practices, driving meaningful change in the refrigerant sector.
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About A-Gas
A‑Gas is the world leader in the supply and lifecycle management of refrigerants and associated products and services. Through our first-class recovery, reclamation, and repurposing processes, we capture refrigerants and fire protection gases for future re-use or safe destruction, preventing their harmful release into the atmosphere.
For over 30 years, A-Gas has supported our clients and partners on their environmental journey by supplying lower global warming gases and actively increasing the circularity of the industries we serve, building a sustainable future.
About REEF
The Refrigerant Emissions Elimination Forum (REEF) is a nonprofit industry initiative working to eliminate refrigerant emissions from the built HVAC environment. Founded in 2023, REEF brings together corporate sustainability leaders, technical experts, and solution providers to accelerate action on refrigerant management and climate-friendly cooling technologies. Through education, engagement, and collective action, REEF empowers organizations to lead on lifecycle refrigerant management — driving market transformation, policy progress, and climate impact across HVAC system innovations.
Learn more at https://www.reefclimate.org.
