Climate Action Policies and measures in the European Union that reduce HFCs and promote alternatives Philip Owen – European Commission

Climate Action HFC relevant policies Focus on: - Overall phase-down of HFCs - Relevant, specific prohibitions - GWP limit for mobile air conditioning - Waste electrical goods - Eco-design – environmental performance - Public procurement

Climate Action Drivers of new policies and approach used Keeping climate change below 2°C Limitations of pre-2014 legislative framework Availability of cost effective, safe and energy efficient alternatives Avoiding use, limiting emissions and working with stakeholders to result in the 2014 EU F-gas Regulation

Climate Action Key challenges for successful implementation Supporting innovation Enhancing industry acceptance Legislation or a voluntary system? A global level playing field