UNEP OzonAction releases briefing notes on life-cycle refrigerant management options
UNEP OzonAction has published three briefing notes to help industry manage refrigerants across their full life cycle. The notes aim to guide best practice in handling, recovery, and disposal of refrigerants.
What do the new UNEP briefing notes mean for how I handle refrigerants on the job?
Affects HVAC and refrigeration technicians. Better guidance on refrigerant life-cycle management could influence compliance and handling procedures on the job.
Key takeaways
- UNEP OzonAction has released three new briefing notes on refrigerant life-cycle management.
- The notes are designed to help industry professionals handle refrigerants responsibly from use to disposal.
- HVAC and refrigeration techs may find the guidance useful for staying compliant with best-practice standards.
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