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The U.S. ratifies treaty to phase down HFCs, gases trapping 1,000x more heat than CO2

In October 2016, in Kigali, Rwanda, nations around the globe agreed to phase out a category of dangerous greenhouse gases widely used in refrigerators and air conditioners. In 2022, the U.S. took steps to formally ratify the agreement. (AFP via Getty Images)
In October 2016, in Kigali, Rwanda, nations around the globe agreed to phase out a category of dangerous greenhouse gases widely used in refrigerators and air conditioners. In 2022, the U.S. took steps to formally ratify the agreement. (AFP via Getty Images)

This article was originally published on September 20, 2022.

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