What type of gases do the F-Gas regulations primarily focus on?

The F-Gas regulations primarily focus on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and other fluorinated gases because these substances are potent greenhouse gases that contribute significantly to global warming. The laws target these specific gases due to their high global warming potential (GWP) compared to other gases. The regulations aim to reduce the emissions of HFCs and other fluorinated gases by promoting alternatives, improving containment, and facilitating the safe recovery and destruction of these substances.

HFCs have historically been used as refrigerants and in various applications due to their effective thermodynamic properties. However, because they have a greater warming effect than carbon dioxide, their widespread use has raised environmental concerns. F-Gas regulations seek to phase down the use of these gases to minimize their impact on climate change.

In contrast, the other options either refer to different types of substances not primarily regulated by F-Gas legislation or do not accurately capture the focus of these regulations. The regulations are not centered on ozone-depleting substances, which are governed under separate protocols such as the Montreal Protocol. Additionally, while the term 'greenhouse gases with low impact' may include various less harmful gases, the F-Gas regulations specifically target those with higher GWPs. Hydrocarbons