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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
(12/22/11) EPA signs proposed rule adjusting allowances for HCFCs
(12/9/11) EPA extends the Laboratory and Analytical Use Exemption
(10/13/11) EPA Signs the Proposed 2012 Methyl Bromide Critical Use Exemption Rule
(9/26/11) EPA Finalizes the 2011 Methyl Bromide Critical Use Exemption Rule
(9/16/11) Celebrate Stratospheric Ozone!
(7/29/11) EPA Finalizes Rule Allocating HCFC Allowances for 2011
(7/11/11) EPA Proposes To Extend the Essential Use Exemption for Laboratory and Analytical Uses
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.