The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced limits on highly potent greenhouse gases used in refrigerators and air conditioners on Tuesday, July 11. The gases, known as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), often leak through pipes or appliances that use compressed refrigerants. They are considered a major driver of global warming, thousands of times more powerful than carbon dioxide.
“With today’s final rule, this Administration is continuing to deliver win-wins for climate action and U.S. manufacturing competitiveness while ensuring that American workers reap the benefits of a growing global market for HFC alternatives,” White House National Climate Adviser Ali Zaidi said in an EPA press release.
The EPA rule will impose a 40% overall reduction in HFCs in refrigerators and air conditioners from 2024-2028.
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