An industry perspective of the CFC phaseout: Cost impacts and lessons learned
- DuPont Fluoroproducts, Wilmington, DE (United States)
More than 20 years since stratospheric ozone was first suggested as a hypothesis, the world is on the verge of a global environmental success story now that it is a scientific fact that CFCs are in decline. However, it could be premature to claim victory as there are still several critical details that must be pursued to ensure elimination of the ozone hole over the Antarctic and recovery to the ozone layer by the middle of the next century. The economic costs are high, with many yet to accrue (tens of billions of dollars), and there are significant loopholes and illegal activities to content with before the provisions and intent of the Montreal Protocol and its amendments are achieved. Nonetheless, it is fitting to consider the lessons men have learned thus far, both positive and negative, along with the overall phaseout costs, both past and future, for the purpose of ensuring successful closure on the CFC/ozone issue. Attention is focused on the refrigeration and air conditioning sector.
- OSTI ID:
- 445372
- Journal Information:
- Heating, Piping and Air Conditioning, Journal Name: Heating, Piping and Air Conditioning Journal Issue: 1 Vol. 69; ISSN HPAOAM; ISSN 0017-940X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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