Energy & environment · 15/12/2010

EPA Proposes Changes to Ozone-Depleting Refrigerant Leak Repair Regulations

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to lower the leak repair trigger rates for certain air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, aiming to reduce the use and emissions of ozone-depleting substances, such as CFC-11 and HCFC-22, and streamline reporting and recordkeeping requirements.