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The OzonAction Special Issue is an annual newsletter that covers environmental topics related to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that deplete the ozone layer, and other related environmental topics.

This report provides a summary of recent cases of illegal trade and the policy measures in place to combat HCFC smuggling. By considering market conditions for HCFCs and drawing parallels with the context and methods used by smugglers which led to chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) smuggling, the report provides an analysis of the risks of HCFC smuggling… read more

UNEP, in collaboration with the contributors from defence forces, has developed this tool-kit for national security and the environment, focusing on ozone and climate issues. It has drawn inputs from workshops and international conferences held on military and environment protection, as well as real-life experiences and good practices from… read more

This book contains the stories of the hard work of the past 20 years that went into making the Montreal Protocol work. As the biggest producer and consumer of ozone depleting substances, the Asia-Pacific region has shown that it is possible to work together when faced with a global environmental threat. This publication can serve as a guide for… read more

The OzonAction Special Issue is the mouthpiece of the Montreal Protocol, dedicated to stratospheric ozone protection and the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, providing the most recent information on ozone protection activities from industry, governments, NGOs, and international organisations. Special supplements are devoted to current… read more

The OzonAction Special Issue (OASI) features articles from international experts on many important issues related to the Montreal Protocol. A special issue dedicated to stratospheric ozone and climate change related issues and the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, providing the most recent information on ozone protection activities from… read more

Welcome to the Ozone Layer Education for Secondary Schools Teacher’s Book. It is a simple introduction to ozone issues for young people aged 13-16 years. Think of it as a Mini-Montreal Protocol guide. The education pack aims to raise awareness and encourage the active participation of young people in the debate on ozone depletion, its potential… read more

This Student’s Book is an integral part of the OzonAction Education Pack for Secondary Schools. It concentrates on the same issues as the Teacher’s Book: ozone layer depletion, protection and the health risks of strong ultraviolet radiation.

The fourth issue of the “Ozzy Ozone: Defender of our Planet” comic book series, entitled “Ozzy Goes Island Hopping” features ozone depletion and climate change with a special focus on Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs). In this story Ozzy and Zoe Ozone travel from the stratosphere to visit their friends Alida, the leatherback turtle; Guno, the… read more

Ozzy Ozone and his friend Zoe will be falling to the North Pole and then carried around by Tilman the Polar bear. They will learn what happens to earth’s protective shield, the ozone layer, and its interlinkage with global warming. They will also meet some scientists on the Tara boat.

Europe and Central Asian Network of Ozone Officers' (ECA network) collective achievements to comply with the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. In spite of challenging economic and political transformations that have affected the region over the last two decades, hard work, mutual support and partnership has enabled… read more

In furnishing the information contained in this document, UNEP does not make any warranty or representation, either express or implied, with respect to its accuracy, completeness or utility; nor does UNEP assume any liability of any kind whatsoever resulting from the use of, reliance upon, any information, material, or procedure contained… read more

Mona the Monarch butterfly informs Ozzy Ozone that methyl bromide, a chemical used by farmers, is harmful to the ozone layer. She emphasizes the importance of discontinuing its use and adopting environmentally friendly alternatives. To explore these alternatives, Mona takes Ozzy on a world tour, showcasing various sustainable methods that can… read more

This education pack contains an entire teaching and learning programme, based on basic knowledge, practical skills and participation, for students to learn about concrete and simple solutions to protect the ozone layer and safely enjoy the sun.

In this issue: 1- The meteorological conditions in the Antarctic stratosphere 2- Environment Canada Lays Charges Against Dynamic Toy Importers Ltd. 3- United States and Chile Environmental Affairs Council 4- Environmental fees, charges to be revised 5- Tough regulations on planet-imperiling chemicals rejected

In this issue: 1- IPCC/TEAP Special Report on Safeguarding the Ozone Layer and the Global Climate System: Issues Related to Hydrofluorocarbons and Perfluorocarbons 2- Antarctic Ozone Hole May Have Peaked, UN Agency Says 3- Southern Foods Group to Pay EPA Penalty For Leaking Air Conditioners 4- Use of Ozone Layer Depleting Substance Falls 53pc… read more

In this issue: 1- New Index Provides Benchmark for Atmospheric Greenhouse Gases 2- Melanoma, a Rising Threat to Children 3- Airlines Chart a New Course to Manage Halons for Critical Fire-fighting Applications 4- New Ozone Hole over Czech Republic and Germany and Neighbouring Areas Poses Health Risk 5- Hungary meets EU regulations protecting the… read more

In this issue: 1- Why Is the Ozone Hole Growing? 2- Environmentalists Call on European Countries to Stop Producing Ozone-Destroying Chemicals as Ozone Hole Approaches Record Size 3- Mexico Beats Deadline for Eliminating Ozone-Depleting Chemicals 4- Nigeria makes progress in ozone layer preservation 5- Farmers phasing out methyl bromide (USA) 6… read more

In this issue: 1- Message by UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan on International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, 16 September 2005  2- International Ozone Day to mark the signing of Montreal Protocol on 16 September; Vienna Convention to celebrate two decades of protecting the ozone layer on 21 September; "An extraordinary success… read more

In this issue: 1- WMO bulletins on the state of the ozone layer in the Antarctic 2- Scientists Report Long-Term Outlook for Ozone Layer Recovery Good 3- Ft. Mead Lab Investigating CFCs in "String Confetti" 4- Pest Rule Will Have a Few Bugs, Critics Say 5- Ozone-Depleting Chemical Sold to Meth