Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) gases are a crucial part of a functioning, modern society. From keeping groceries cold and fresh to powering the a/c in people’s cars, these gases are an integral part of ...

Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are potent greenhouse gases (GHGs). The most potent of these compounds is trifluoromethane, also known as HFC-23. One kilogram of HFC-23 in the atmosphere contributes as much ...

The US Environmental Protection Agency announced two new actions on Oct. 6 limiting the use and manufacture of hydrofluorocarbons, or HFCs. The first action is a final rule laying out timelines to cut ...

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WASHINGTON, Oct 6 (Reuters) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Friday announced two new measures aimed at reducing climate-warming chemicals used in refrigerators and air conditioners that ...

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry (in red neck tie) takes his seat during a bilateral meeting with Chinese Deputy Minister For Environment Protection Zhai Qing at a meeting of the parties to the ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senior State Department officials said on Wednesday they were "optimistic" that a deal on cutting greenhouse gases used in refrigerators, air conditioners and aerosols can be ...

FOR A WHILE it looked as if all was going to plan. In a move cheered by climate activists, the European Union began in 2015 to restrict the production and import of gases known as hydrofluorocarbons ...

In a first, a California man was charged with sneaking banned gases, used in outdated fridges and air-conditioners, into the United States. By Hiroko Tabuchi The unusual contraband is sold on ...