Resources

The purpose of this fact sheet is to provide an update on ASHRAE standards for refrigerants and to introduce the new refrigerants that have been awarded an «R» number over the last few years and introduced into the international market.

Updated in April 2026 - English, French, and Spanish

 

The purpose of this briefing note is to introduce the life-cycle refrigerant management (LRM) approach in the context of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. One of the main uses of ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which are controlled under the Montreal Protocol (referred to as… read more

This gender mainstreaming checklist outlines mandatory and optional requirements and indicators, providing a practical framework for incorporating gender perspectives into projects that support compliance with the Montreal Protocol’s targets.
 

The Gender Assessment Factsheet is a practical guide designed to support gender-responsive activities during the preparation and implementation of multi-year agreements—such as HPMPs and KIPs—under the Multilateral Fund.  This tool explains what a gender assessment is, why it matters, and how it can be effectively integrated into project… read more

This brief provides a comprehensive overview of the role and challenges of commercial, professional, and domestic refrigeration within the global cold chain. These systems are essential for preserving food, medicines, and vaccines, yet they face persistent issues related to temperature control, energy consumption, and refrigerant emissions. The… read more

The global fishing sector faces a dual challenge: the lack of adequate onboard chilling systems leads to significant food loss, while the continued use of high-GWP refrigerants threatens environmental integrity and public health.

This brief presents an overview of the different existing refrigeration technologies in fishing vessels along… read more

Walk-in cold rooms are small refrigerated storage units, typically used for chilled rather than frozen goods. They are manually loaded with horticultural products and other perishable foods. These units already play an important role in connecting producers in several Article 5 countries to international export markets for high-value items such… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (RAC) sector. These materials highlight the value of inclusive practices, such as equitable workplace policies, mentoring… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

This factsheet highlights Women representation in engineering globally, and the top five challenges women face in their workday. UNEP OzonAction has developed a suite of resources aimed at integrating a gender perspective into the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, with a focus on empowering women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning… read more

This booklet is designed to assist the governments of developing countries (“Article 5 countries” under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer) in devising strategies for digital solutions in electronic import/export licensing systems to enhance monitoring, reporting, verification, and enforcement (MRVE) of licensing… read more

A Tri-annual newsletter by UNEP OzonAction under the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol. 

This issue focuses on the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment: Ozone, Climate and Health.

A tri-annual newsletter by UNEP OzonAction under the Multilateral Fund for the Implementation of the Montreal Protocol.

In this issue October 2023: Women in RAC: Every action counts for a more inclusive world -  Practical measures for mainstreaming gender in the implementation of the Montreal Protocol

This technical brief reflects the Polish experience of setting up and managing logbooks for refrigeration, air-conditioning, heat pump (RACHP) and other types of equipment. It also provides examples of similar equipment databases used in other developed and developing countries.

The Parties to the Kigali Amendment need to establish a mechanism to effectively control the production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), a group of greenhouse gases that are controlled under the Montreal Protocol. Similar to the hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) phase-out, an effective quota system can play a vital role in assisting… read more

The RPL process can help those in the industry acquire a formal qualification that matches their knowledge and skills and thereby contributes to improving their employability, mobility, and lifelong learning. RPL can make a significant contribution to providing the relevant learning framework necessary for the present and ongoing maintenance of… read more