New Science Highlights a Curious Case of HFC-23
A new scientific study has uncovered a vast increase in atmospheric levels of a powerful climate pollutant called HFC-23, a hydrofluorocarbon with more than 12...
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When in Rome: Good News but More to Do for Montreal Protocol
Good news broke earlier this month at the annual meeting of the Montreal Protocol, the treaty that protects the ozone layer. A team of scientists reported that...
Montreal Protocol Talks Begin, U.S. HFC Prospects Brighten
The Montreal Protocol's 31st Meeting of Parties in Rome. Countries come together this week in Rome for the annual meeting of the parties to the Montreal...
Momentum Towards Cooling with Less Warming - Part 1
Guest Blog by Prima Madan This is a two-part blog series on India’s initiatives on sustainable cooling. Leaders around the world are gathering for the 31 st...
120 Countries Discuss Climate-Friendly AC & Fridge Standards
Energy and environment regulators from 120 of the world’s developing countries are gathering this week in Paris to tackle a growing climate threat—cooling i...
Industry Report on HFC Phasedown Shows Low Consumer Costs
Phasing down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) will cost consumers little and, in some cases, will save them money on energy bills....