π The landmark deal reached in Kigali builds on the 1987 Montreal Protocol to phase out chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and now includes hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs) that have damaged the ozone layer.
π‘οΈ By including HFCs in the agreement, the world has taken a significant step towards reducing global warming by half a degree centigrade.
π The agreement involved 197 countries and demonstrates the importance of multilateral patience, diplomacy, and collaborative efforts to address climate change.
π Reducing hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs) will help heal the ozone layer and mitigate climate change.
π° Transitioning to HFC alternatives will be costly, especially for developing countries.
βοΈ The legally binding Kigali deal requires developed countries to reduce HFC use by 85% by 2036.