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Industry, Materials, and Waste Management

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) Regulations

Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) are synthetic compounds introduced as a replacement for ozone depleting substances, and they are primarily used in refrigeration, air conditioning, insulating foams, and aerosol propellants. HFCs have a high global warming potential and many are short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs), with an average lifespan of 15 years in the atmosphere.

Emissions from equipment are typically due to wear, inadequate maintenance, or leakage upon product disposal. Managing HFCs involves regulating their production and usage in certain products, and — most effectively — substituting alternative chemicals in their applications. This shift can significantly mitigate the environmental impact of HFCs while ensuring continued functionality in various industries.

The most common way states can implement HFC regulations is through the adoption of EPA SNAP Rules 20 and 23. EPA SNAP Rule 20 specifically addresses the phase-out of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), setting a schedule for their reduction and eventual elimination from various applications, while EPA SNAP Rule 23 targets the reduction of HFC usage by promoting the adoption of alternative chemicals in their applications.

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States with Policy Enacted

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Key Resources

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Protecting Our Climate by Reducing Use of HFCs

A web page that provides information on federal regulations, technology transitions, and HFC use and reuse management, as well as relevant data hubs, notices and rulemakings, public meetings, and related programs administered by the U.S. EPA.
2024
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Industrial Process Emissions Policies

An explainer that provides an overview of industrial process emissions policies, when to use each type of policy, and case studies, all related to reducing the nine major types of industrial emissions, including from refrigerant use, cement clinker production, soils, and methane from natural gas systems, landfills, coal mines, and wastewater treatment.
2024
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HFC Policies & Refrigerant Regulations By State

A map and policy tracker that compiles enacted state and federal HFC policies and outlines targeted measures and policy recommendations designed to curb HFC emissions.
2022
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From SLCP Challenge to Action: A Roadmap for Reducing Short Lived Climate Pollutants to Meet the Goals of the Paris Agreement

A guide that offers detailed insights into regulatory developments, legal implications, and state-level actions related to the regulation of SLCPs across sectors, including methane, hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), and black carbon.
2018
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Model States

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California

The state has a target to reduce HFC emissions to 40% below 2013 levels by 2030.

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

2018
Establishing Policies

Massachusetts

The state prohibits the use of certain HFCs in refrigeration equipment, air conditioning chillers, aerosol propellants, and foams that are manufactured or used in Massachusetts.

2020
Establishing Policies

Virginia

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

2020
Establishing Policies

Washington

The state prohibits the use of certain HFCs in refrigeration equipment, air conditioning chillers, aerosol propellants, and foams that are manufactured or used in Washington.

2021
Establishing Policies

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) Regulations By State

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Alabama

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Alaska

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
Arizona

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Arkansas

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Enacted
California

The state has a target to reduce HFC emissions to 40% below 2013 levels by 2030.

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
West 2018
Enacted
Colorado

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
West 2020
Not Enacted
Connecticut

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Northeast
Enacted
Delaware

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
Southeast 2021
Not Enacted
Florida

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Georgia

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Hawai‘i

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
Idaho

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
Illinois

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Indiana

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Iowa

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Kansas

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Kentucky

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Louisiana

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Enacted
Maine

The state prohibits the use of certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning products that are manufactured or used in Maine.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2021
Enacted
Maryland

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
Southeast 2020
Enacted
Massachusetts

The state prohibits the use of certain HFCs in refrigeration equipment, air conditioning chillers, aerosol propellants, and foams that are manufactured or used in Massachusetts.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2020
Not Enacted
Michigan

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Minnesota

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Mississippi

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Missouri

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Montana

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
Nebraska

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Nevada

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
New Hampshire

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Northeast
Enacted
New Jersey

The state prohibits the sale, lease, rent, or installation of certain equipment or products containing HFCs or other greenhouses gases in the state of New Jersey and requiring manufacturers to disclose HFCs and substitutes in their products.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2020
Not Enacted
New Mexico

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southwest
Enacted
New York

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2020
Not Enacted
North Carolina

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
North Dakota

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Ohio

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Oklahoma

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Oregon

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Not Enacted
Pennsylvania

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Northeast
Enacted
Rhode Island

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2021
Not Enacted
South Carolina

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
South Dakota

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Tennessee

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Texas

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southwest
Not Enacted
Utah

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West
Enacted
Vermont

This act establishes a schedule for when certain products must be manufactured without HFCs.

Establishing Policies
Northeast 2022
Enacted
Virginia

The state prohibits certain HFCs in specific stationary refrigeration and air-conditioning end-uses.

Establishing Policies
Southeast 2020
Enacted
Washington

The state prohibits the use of certain HFCs in refrigeration equipment, air conditioning chillers, aerosol propellants, and foams that are manufactured or used in Washington.

Establishing Policies
West 2021
Not Enacted
West Virginia

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Southeast
Not Enacted
Wisconsin

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 Midwest
Not Enacted
Wyoming

Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) regulations include phasedown commitments, rulemakings, disclosure requirements, bans, or other measures that reduce HFC usage and emissions.

 West

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