Harmful greenhouse gases used in commercial and industrial refrigeration, and in air conditioning and heat pump units will be phased down more quickly and extensively under ambitious plans outlined today (Wednesday 5 November) by the Government to reduce emissions and accelerate to net zero.

Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are manufactured gases primarily used as the refrigerant gas in commercial and industrial refrigeration and in air-conditioning and heat pump systems.

HFCs have an average lifespan of 15 years in the Earth’s atmosphere . With the gases having a global warning effect hundreds of times higher than carbon dioxide, these reforms complement existing legislation that is reducing their use and emissions.

A consultation launched today will propose achieving an almost full phase-

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