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Focus Sheet: Ozone Layer Protection

 
Publication number Date Published Date Revised
FA-94-12January 1994September 1998
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Author(s) Bob Saunders
Description This publication provides background information on the restrictions on releasing pollutants that harm the ozone layer. It discusses production phase-outs, appliances and heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, motor vehicle air conditioners, the ban on non-essential consumer products, labeling requirements, the Significant New Alternative Program (SNAP), Ecology's efforts to protect the ozone layer, enforcement, and the recycling of refrigerator and freezers.
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Keywords CFC, refrigeration, motor vehicle, Focus sheet, ozone, ozone layer, pH, chlorofluorocarbons, automotive
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