The Australian environmental protection agency has issued a report entitled "Leaks, maintenance and emissions: refrigeration and air conditioning equipment" report details common faults identified in both residential and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. The report also lists the impacts of these faults and how routine maintenance of the equipment has the potential to significantly reduce electricity use, refrigerant leaks and emissions.
The report also includes a list of useful references to research and guidance available from the UK and internationally.