87,000 strong - RAC permit holders keeping Australia cool

Support for the refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) permit scheme has never been stronger with total permit holders (individuals and businesses) recently ticking over to 87,000 Australia-wide – the highest ever.

The 2016-17 financial year alone saw an additional 4,797 licence and authorisation holders join the scheme. In an environment of changing refrigerants, this continued support reflects industry’s commitment to raising the level of skills, while delivering real environmental outcomes.

These outcomes include reducing emissions of both ozone depleting substances (ODSs) and synthetic greenhouse gases (SGGs) into the atmosphere, while at the same time ensuring the safety of workers and consumers. Much of the success of the RAC permit scheme results from the genuine partnership between industry, via the ARC, and the Government. It is a partnership that delivers on Australia’s environmental policy objectives, through the collective efforts and commitment of industry.

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