Global Environmental Projects
The natural environment supports all human activity. At AGRAMKOW, we continually look for new ways to reduce the environmental impact of refrigerants which are associated with the depletion of the ozone layer and global warming.
The challenge
Several refrigerants have been identified as ozone depleting substances (ODS) that could be changing the global climate. The Montreal Protocol of 1987, which has been ratified by most countries in the world, called for a complete phase out of these substances. It was agreed that strong ozone depleting substances—such as CFC refrigerants known as R-12 and R-502—would be phased out already by 1996. Weaker substances such as R-22 were planned to be phased out by 2030.
However, implementation of the Montreal Protocol has substantial economical impact, so two funds were established to provide financial assistance. The Multilateral Fund (MLF) would provide funding to developing countries, while the Global Environment Facility (GEF) would offer assistance to Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union.
AGRAMKOW's response
At AGRAMKOW, we shared the widespread concern, and believed action was needed. Both AGRAMKOW and RTI Technologies have served as suppliers to more than 100 MLF and GEF funded projects, as well as several bilateral projects worldwide.
Here, we have applied our expertise to assist with projects involving:
- Refrigerator factory conversions
- Recovery/recycling/reclamation
- Training
ODS phase-out projects are usually implemented through one of the following agencies:
- United Nations Environmental Programme
- United Nations Development Projects
- United Nations Industrial Development Organization
- The World Bank
Preparing for the Kyoto Protocol
More than 100 countries have ratified the Kyoto Protocol which aims to regulate greenhouse gases. Among these are HFC refrigerants such as R-134a and R-404A. At AGRAMKOW, we are ready to do our part to help achieve the goals of the Kyoto Protocol and contribute to a healthier environment.
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