Guidance on the control on the trade and on in-spections of undertakings with regard to fluori-nated greenhouse gases (F-gases) and ozone-depleting substances (ODS)

Abstract

This guidance document summarises the regulatory framework for both ODS and F-gases in the European Union (EU) and puts them into the Bulgarian context. New measures introduced by Reg-ulation (EU) No. 517/2014, including the EU HFC phase-down and bans are highlighted. The doc-ument focuses on developing guidance and recommendations in regards to the implementation of both the EU ODS and F-gas Regulations. Experience in other EU member states is therefore referred to throughout the text. The goal of the document is to support Bulgaria in maximising its regulato-ry and enforcement capabilities with a focus on market surveillance and inspections of companies.