1 April 2005
Emissions of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are set to grow significantly over the next few decades, according to a major UN report. The report concludes that HFC emissions could be cut substantially if best practice is applied around the world - but has come under fire for promoting containment of the potent greenhouse gases rather than the use of less damaging alternatives.
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Further information:
- 1 Safeguarding the ozone layer and the global climate system: Issues related to HFCs and PFCs, summary for policymakers, available on www.ipcc.ch
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