The Department of Environment reports a nearly 80% reduction in hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) consumption under its phase-out plan, targeting a complete elimination by 2030 in line with Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment commitments. This matters because enforcement is tightening alongside the reduction: the department is upgrading legislation, technical guidance and technician certification requirements, and is pushing a "Refrigerant Lifecycle Management" approach aimed at preventing emissions and supporting a circular economy around refrigerants. Cooling and refrigeration equipment manufacturers, importers, technicians and HVAC service providers may be affected, with continued legal and compliance tightening around refrigerants flagged as an ongoing priority rather than a completed initiative.

 

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