This World Ozone Day celebrates almost 40 years of the Montreal Protocol and 10 years of its Kigali Amendment, under the theme of “global action for a cooler planet.” Since its adoption in 1987, the Montreal Protocol has demonstrated the power of science-based policy and sustained international cooperation. Widely hailed as the world’s most successful […]
In the 10th issue of EIA’s Illegal Trade Bulletin, we highlight developments related to illegal trade from the latest Montreal Protocol meeting in Bangkok, a recent enforcement success in the U.S., and warnings from industry regarding illegal refrigerants and non-compliant cylinders.
The 48th meeting of the Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG48) offers the global community an opportunity to reflect on successful examples of multilateral environmental cooperation, as well as challenges that remain.
This year the Montreal Protocol community marks a decade since the adoption of the Kigali Amendment. The 10-year Kigali anniversary is a significant milestone, but comes at a time of accelerating climate breakdown, ongoing threats to ozone layer recovery and a wider weakening in multilateral cooperation. The Executive Committee (ExCom) must treat this anniversary as a catalyst for transformation, ensuring that the resources of the Multilateral Fund (MLF) are directed towards the most impactful, strategic and sustainable solutions.
The 9th issue of EIA’s Illegal Trade Bulletin highlights illegal trade cases reported by countries ahead of the upcoming Montreal Protocol meeting in Bangkok, several recent enforcement successes in Europe, and the importance of international cooperation for effective enforcement.
EIA's 2026 Climate-Friendly Supermarkets Scorecard tracks major U.S. food retailer efforts to address hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) – superpollutant refrigerants used across the food retail sector.