What is the Goal of HCFC Phase Out?
The goal of the HCFC phase out is to improve the environment by ridding it of harmful hydrochlorofluorocarbons that are mainly responsible for damaging the ozone layer. These manmade chemicals also carry high global warming potentials which lead to further global climate change. This as we all are beginning to become aware of will cause extensive damage to humans, animals, plant life, and marine life worldwide. The HCFC phase out affects a great number of businesses, especially those with central air conditioning in their offices or facilities. HVAC-R equipment uses the HCFC refrigerant gas R-22, which is part of the government phase out program. That means a great many industries, from hotels and restaurants, to hospitals and food processors, and even offices and retail stores, will be impacted by this regulation. As part of the HCFC phase out, facilities using equipment that contains hydrochlorofluorocarbons are required to keep detailed and up-to-date maintenance records on the equi
