The application period for the F-gas Reduction Incentive Program closes March 31.
The North American Sustainable Refrigeration Council (NASRC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to facilitate the transition to natural refrigerants, today announced the completion of the first project funded through round two of the California Air Resources Board’s F-gas Reduction Incentive Program (FRIP). NASRC serves as the program’s third-party administrator.
The project supported Berryvale Grocery, a 4,000-square-foot natural food store in rural Northern California, in replacing its decades-old, high global warming potential (GWP) R-404A/R-417C rack system with an ultra-low-GWP transcritical CO2 system. The upgrade improves reliability and delivers an estimated reduction in greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 84 gas-powered cars driven for one year. Berryvale received a $113,040 FRIP incentive to help overcome financial and technical barriers common to small grocers.
“Berryvale’s project demonstrates exactly what FRIP was designed to accomplish,” said Danielle Wright, NASRC executive director. “By supporting small and rural retailers in transitioning to climate-friendly refrigeration, we’re delivering measurable emissions reductions while strengthening the long-term resilience of essential community businesses.”
In addition to funding, Berryvale Grocery received technical assistance from NASRC, which helped the team navigate system planning considerations and submit a successful grant application.
“While the project required significant planning and flexibility, the outcome has been a more reliable, efficient and future‑ready refrigeration system that better serves our store and community,” said Berryvale Grocery team members Jeremy Snure, facility maintenance, and Sabrina Doyle, general manager.
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Funding remains available, and the final FRIP application period closes March 31, 2026. To apply, visit FRIPfunding.com. NASRC staff is available to provide technical assistance to all applicants. Contact program staff at info@fripfunding.com or (833) 852-3747.
