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EPA has announced new efforts to reduce emissions of
hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), greenhouse gases common in refrigeration and air
conditioning applications. Three new actions will be implemented to support
transitioning to environmentally friendly alternatives to HFCs, including:
· listing additional fluorinated and non-fluorinated chemicals as
acceptable alternatives in various applications;
· identifying refrigerant management options to reduce HFC
emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration equipment;
· organizing a series of sector-specific workshops regarding transitioning
away from potent HFCs.