Welcome to the European Commission’s page on fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-gases). Whether you're an industry professional, policy stakeholder, or a curious citizen, this page is your gateway to learning more about these planet-warming gases and the reasons why we need to reduce their emissions. You can also find out about what the EU is doing and what each of us can do in this regard.
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Guidance on the EU's F-gas Regulation and its legal framework
Find out how the Regulation impacts businesses and their new obligations
Contact points for issues related to F-Gases in Member States and Northern Ireland
Access guidelines, statistics, and research on F-gas standardisation and impact
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In the spotlight
The Commission has proposed a new Regulation (along with a Staff Working Document) to simplify several EU laws, including the F-gas Regulation.
The proposal suggests changes to the F-gas Portal registration rules for importers and exporters of products and equipment containing F-gases. Importers who exceed certain annual F-gas thresholds, which are also relevant for company reporting, would be required to register. Exporters would only need to register if exporting products and equipment subject to export restrictions. The trade of bulk F-gas would remain unaffected.
These new rules, which aim to reduce administrative burden without impacting EU climate goals, will only take effect upon adoption by the European Parliament and Council of the EU.