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The Montreal Protocol
Montreal Protocol - Recent International Developments in Saving the Ozone Layer
Learn About 20 Years of Achievements in the Stratospheric Protection Division's Progress Report
Recent Additions
(9/19/12) EPA Lists Three New Alternative Fire Suppressants
(8/10/12) EPA releases Acceptability Determination 27 approving ODS substitutes
(6/22/12) The United States, Canada and Mexico submit a joint proposal to amend the Montreal Protocol
(5/11/12) EPA finalizes the 2012 Methyl Bromide Critical Use Exemption Rule
(12/22/11) EPA signs proposed rule adjusting allowances for HCFCs
(12/9/11) EPA extends the Laboratory and Analytical Use Exemption
Welcome to EPA's ozone depletion web area! Here you'll find information about the science of ozone depletion, EPA's regulatory approach to protecting the ozone layer, alternatives to ozone-depleting substances, and sun safety.