What does R-22 phase out mean?
R-22 is a type of HCFC (hydrochlorofluorocarbon) and therefore an ozone depleting substance. It was commonly used in air conditioning, process chillers and industrial refrigeration plant. The phase out period began in 2003, where production of R-22 air conditioning equipment was ceased. The Montreal Protocol modified by the EU, enforces the end of the supply …
