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The F-Gas Regulation Prepared by the ACRIB F-Gas Implementation Group

The F-Gas Regulation Prepared by the ACRIB F-Gas Implementation Group. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning . Where are HFCs used?. Domestic and commercial refrigeration plays a vital role in the food chain.

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The F-Gas Regulation Prepared by the ACRIB F-Gas Implementation Group

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  1. The F-Gas Regulation Prepared by the ACRIB F-Gas Implementation Group

  2. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

  3. Where are HFCs used? • Domestic and commercial refrigeration plays a vital role in the food chain. • Air conditioning systems including automotive, domestic, commercial and industrial cooling and heating applications. • The building construction sector e.g. thermal insulation. • High Voltage Switchgear. • The health care sector e.g. medical sprays, metered dose inhalers etc. • The RAC Industries exist to prevent decay and to enhance our comfort and well being.

  4. Why do we use HFCs? • Developed to replace ozone depleting substances such as Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) & Hydrofluorocarbons (HCFCs). • HFCs offered a close match to the desirable properties of CFC and HCFC refrigerant gases. • Offered distinct environmental and safety benefits • Non-ozone depleting • Non toxic • Non flammable • Highly efficient • Global Warming potential - if leaked to atmosphere.

  5. Environmental benefits • HFCs have actually helped to reduce Refrigeration & Air Conditioning industry’s contribution to worldwide green house gas emissions. • In 1990 CFCs represented about 25% of potential worldwide greenhouse gas emissions. • In Refrigeration & Air Conditioning HFCs today are estimated to be responsible for only about 0.5% of such emissions. • This is expected to be less than 2% by 2050, despite the increasing demand for Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.

  6. F-Gas Regulation Timetable • First proposal from EUCRAR 25th. July 2000 • Final Draft published by European Parliament 20th. February 2006 • Adopted by Council of The European Union 25th. April 2006 • Published in Official Journal of the EU on 14th. June 2006 • Became law on 4th. July 2006 • Effective from 4th. July 2007

  7. F-Gas Regulation Primary objective: • To reduce emissions of the fluorinated greenhouse gases (including HFCs) covered by the Kyoto Protocol by: • Containment and responsible use. (Not by imposing bans)

  8. F-Gas Regulation Implications The Regulation will involve direct responsibilities for: • Equipment Operators • Contractors - installation, service and maintenance • HFC Producers, Importers and Exporters • Equipment Manufacturers The F-Gas Regulation will take effect from 4th July 2007

  9. F-Gas RegulationStructure & key elements • Article 1. Scope • Article 2. Definitions • Article 3. Containment - prevent/inspect for and repair leaks • Article 4. Recovery - proper recovery by certified personnel mandatory • Article 5. Training and Certification - mandatory/restricts sales of F-gas • Article 6. Reporting - by producers, importers and exporters of HFCs • Article 7. Labelling - new labels applied by equipment manufacturers • Article 8. Control of use • Article 9. Placing on the Market • Article 10. Review

  10. F-Gas RegulationArticle 3. Containment and Record Keeping Operators have responsibility for leak checking • Applies to all equipment containing 3kgs + of F-Gas • Annually for equipment containing 3kgs + of F-Gas (does not apply to hermetically sealed systems of less than 6kgs) • Every 6 months for applications containing 30kg + of F-Gas * • Every 3 months for applications containing 300kg + * • Repaired leaks to be checked within one month of repair • Leak check periods halved if leak detection systems installed • Requirements will be in place and effective by 4th July 2007

  11. F-Gas RegulationArticle 3. Containment and Record Keeping Records are required of stationary refrigeration and air conditioning applications containing 3kgs or more of F-Gases to include quantity and type of F-Gases installed, added, recovered and disposed of. • Records must include identity of service/maintenance company/technician. • Records must include details of leak checks/leak repairs. • Records to be available on request. • Legal responsibility will be operator, end-user or service company. (Subject to contract terms).

  12. F-Gas RegulationArticle 4. Recovery • From July 4th 2007 - operators will be responsible for ensuring proper F-Gas recovery recycling, reclamation or destruction by certified personnel. • Recovery obligations also apply to non-refillable containers at end of life. • Manufacture of non-refillable F-Gas containers will be prohibited from 4th July 2007.

  13. F-Gas RegulationArticle 5. Training and Certification • The F-Gas Regulation will introduce minimum requirements and mutual recognition (all EU member States) for companies and personnel involved in installing, servicing and maintaining equipment containing F-Gas. • Member States have until 4th July 2008 to establish or adapt existing minimum training and certification requirements. • In the interim, from 4th July 2007, current C&G 2078 or CITB equivalent refrigerant handling certification will be considered the min. UK requirement. • From 4th July 2009 only certified companies & personnel will be able be able to take delivery of F-Gases.

  14. F-Gas RegulationArticle 6. Reporting • From 31st March 2008 F-Gas producers, importers and exporters (more than one tonne per year) will have to report each year to the EU Commission and Member State Authority. Report will need to identify: • Applications • Quantity placed on market • Recycled, reclaimed or destroyed • Reporting format currently in consultation stage

  15. F-Gas RegulationArticle 7. Labelling • From 4th July 2007 new products and equipment placed on the market must have labels stating: • Chemical name of gas • That product contains F-Gas and the quantity in kg. • Labels must be adjacent to service points or part containing F-Gas. • Labelling does not apply to products placed on market before 4th July 2007 • Form of label will be agreed before 4th July 2007

  16. F-Gas RegulationArticle 10. Review • Within 5 years of the Regulation coming into force (by 4th July 2011) the EU Commission will produce a report based on experience of application of Regulation. • 13 part assessment and evaluation process. • Assessment of impact on emissions and projected emissions plus cost effectiveness. • Assess whether additional F-Gases should be added. • Evaluate Training & Certification Programmes. • Assess need for new emission control standards. • Evaluate effectiveness of containment measures.

  17. F-Gas RegulationArticle 10 - Review • Assess/propose modifications to the reporting requirements. • Assess best environmental practices concerning prevention and minimisation of emissions. • Summarise development of technology regarding foams. • Assess if alternatives to sulphur hexafluoride in sand casting is feasible. • Assess if inclusion of further products and equipment containing F-Gases is technically feasible & cost effective, taking account of energy efficiency.

  18. F-Gas RegulationArticle 10 - Review • Assess if the Regulation provisions concerning global warming potential of F-Gases should be amended taking account of technological and scientific developments and need to respect industrial product planning timescales. • Assess need for further action in light of existing and new international commitments regarding reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. • Where necessary will make appropriate proposals for revision of relevant provisions of Regulation.

  19. F-Gas RegulationTo Summarize Article 3 - Containment - leak checking and record keeping From 4th July 2007 extra burden on the customer, new implications for the contractor. Article 4 - Recovery From 4th July 2007 - mostly established best practice, customer to ensure minimum competence levels. Article 5 - Training and Certification From 4th July 2007 extra responsibility for the customer. For the contractor - imminent mandatory training and certification C&G 2078 or CITB equivalent will suffice until July 2009. From July 2008 contractors may need to plan for a higher level of certification. Article 6 - Reporting From 31st March 2008 new reporting procedures for producers, importers & exporters. Article 7 - Labelling From 4th July 2007 new products must have revised form of label.

  20. F-GAS RegulationNEED MORE INFORMATION? F-GAS Regulation Text http://www.dti.gov.uk/files/file30123.pdf Defra/DTI F-Gas guidance document http://www.dti.gov.uk/files/file31943.pdf Defra/DTI F-Gas Frequently Asked Questions http://www.dti.gov.uk/files/file34640.pdf General Information and updates http://www.dti.gov.uk/innovation/sustainability/fgases/page28889.html ACRIB F-Gas Implementation Group briefings www.acrib.org.uk

  21. ACRIB F-GAS Regulation Implementation Group Objectives: • Guidance and definitions for industry • Central forum for industry matters related to the Regulation • Guidance on interpretation of technical issues for Government • Liaise with Government on administration of the Regulation • Produce regular press briefings & website updates • The group reports to the main ACRIB Board

  22. ACRIB F-GAS Regulation Implementation Group Actions: • Input into the DEFRA/DTI Gas Regulation Guidance Document • Input on minimum standards of competence and training in relation to Article 5 of the Regulation • Working with DEFRA/DTI on other key issues • Developing RAC sector specific guidance • Link to the F-Gas Implementation Group’s actions on - www.acrib.org.uk

  23. F-GAS Regulation In conclusion The Ozone Depleting Substances Regulation 2037/2000 has already helped our industry to be prepared. We can comply and we can reduce HFC emissions Thank you for your attention

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