The Kigali climb – Managing risk in Australia's ongoing refrigerant transition
Australia marks 10 years of the Kigali Amendment's HFC phase-down, prompting a review of refrigerant policy and industry practices. The focus is on managing the transition away from high-GWP refrigerants.
How will Australia's HFC refrigerant phase-down affect my HVAC work and refrigerant supply?
HVAC and refrigeration technicians face ongoing changes to which refrigerants they can use and stock. Compliance and licensing obligations may tighten as the phase-down progresses.
Key takeaways
- Australia is 10 years into the Kigali Amendment's HFC phase-down, with more restrictions ahead.
- Tradies working with refrigerants need to stay across changing rules on high-GWP products.
- Policy settings and industry practices are under review to keep the transition on track.
- Early progress on the phase-down may not guarantee smooth sailing in the years to come.
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