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Phase-down of fluorinated gases essential to reduce effect on climate

News Published 09 Dec 2015 Last modified 13 Jan 2017

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Fluorinated gases (F-gases) have been introduced as substitutes for ozone-depleting substances in many sectors, but they contribute significantly to climate change. The European Environment Agency (EEA) has today published a new report on their production, import and export, which contributes to tracking progress towards their phase-down.