SF₆-free switchgear – The path to a climate-friendly energy future

For decades, sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆) has been considered the preferred insulating gas in high- and medium-voltage switchgear – reliable, efficient, but with one drawback: it is one of the most potent greenhouse gases.
In this presentation, we will outline the latest developments in SF₆-free switchgear and highlight the alternatives that are already available today.
We will address the following aspects:
Why SF₆ is a problem – environmental impact and legal framework
Technological solutions
Commercially available systems and manufacturers