1991 UNEP Flexible and Rigid Foams Technical Options Report: Pursuant to Article (6) of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer under the Auspices of the United Nations Environment Programme - Final

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dc.contributor.authorUnited Nations Environment Programme
dc.contributor.organizationEconomy Division
dc.date.accessioned2019-09-11T08:32:34Z
dc.date.available2019-09-11T08:32:34Z
dc.date.issued1991
dc.descriptionThis report offers a structured analysis by the Flexible and Rigid Foams Technical Options Committee under the Montreal Protocol framework. It evaluates the global consumption of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in foam plastics, particularly in sectors such as building and appliance insulation, packaging, and cushioning. The document thoroughly investigates alternative technologies and blowing agents, such as HCFCs, HFCs, hydrocarbons, and carbon dioxide, identifying viable short-term and long-term replacements. It outlines technical challenges including toxicity, flammability, insulation efficiency, and environmental impact, and emphasizes the need for regulatory and economic alignment, especially in developing countries. The report reflects on progress made since 1986, forecasting that a near-total phaseout of CFCs is technically feasible by 1995, provided transitional alternatives are available. It also highlights regional disparities in technology adoption and recommends structured government-industry collaboration to ensure an efficient and sustainable transition away from ozone-depleting substances.en
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dc.identifier.urihttps://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/29844
dc.languageEnglish
dc.page.number143 p.
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 1. The use of CFCs in the production of foam plastics
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 2. Developing country perspective
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 3. Polyurethane foams
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 4. Phenolic foams
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 5. Extruded polystyrene
dc.relation.TableOfContentsChapter 6. Polyolefin foams
dc.relation.TableOfContentsAppendix A. Advanced technologies for appliances and construction
dc.relation.TableOfContentsAppendix B. UNEP foams technical committee
dc.relation.ispartofMontreal Protocol
dc.rights.accessLevelPublic
dc.subjectplastic foam
dc.subjectchemical
dc.subjectozone
dc.subjectozone-depleting substance
dc.subjectozone layer
dc.subjectrecycling
dc.subject.sdgSDG 13 - Climate Action
dc.subject.sdgSDG 3 - Good Health and Well-Being
dc.title1991 UNEP Flexible and Rigid Foams Technical Options Report: Pursuant to Article (6) of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer under the Auspices of the United Nations Environment Programme - Finalen
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