Controlled refrigerants in Australia – how it all works

ODS refrigerants (CFCs, HCFCs) and synthetic greenhouse gas refrigerants (HFCs) can damage the ozone layer and contribute to climate change if emitted into the atmosphere. As a result, their import, purchase/sale, use, recovery and destruction is controlled under the Act and associated regulations. The below diagram shows how this works and how the RAC industry plays a vital role in minimising emissions of these gases into the atmosphere.