California Air Resources Board

Summary

Prohibits the sale or distribution of bulk hydrofluorocarbon gases (HFCs) or bulk blends containing HFCs: those that exceed 2,200 global warming potential (GWP) in 2025; 1,400 GWP in 2030; and 750 GWP in 2033, unless the HFCs are reclaimed or for use in medical metered dose inhalers. This bill also requires the State to use reclaimed refrigerant with a GWP greater than 750 to service existing equipment owned/operated by the State starting in 2025 and requires CARB to initiate a rulemaking requiring low- and ultra-low GWP alternatives to HFCs in all sectors where it is practicable for entities in the sector to comply with the requirement. Requires CARB to post an assessment on its internet website by 2025 on how to transition to ultra-low GWP or no GWP alternatives no later than 2035.

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