Montreal Protocol: Nearly 200 countries adopt Kigali amendment to phase out HFCs

After days of intense negotiations, delegates yesterday agreed to an amendment that sets the dates for the phasing out of highly potent gas, hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), used in air conditioning and refrigeration. The final negotiations, which started on Friday morning, were extended throughout the night and the deal was struck on Saturday morning.
Minister Biruta gavels to symbolize the closing the deal as parties agree on the Kigali amendment. / All photos by Gabriel Dusabe
Minister Biruta gavels to symbolize the closing the deal as parties agree on the Kigali amendment. / All photos by Gabriel Dusabe
Athan Tashobya