Regulation No. 32 on certain ozone-depleting substances.

This Regulation of the Government of Greenland sets out rules on ozone-depleting substances, applying to both land and maritime territory. It defines “controlled substances” (including CFCs, halons, HBFCs, HCFCs, methyl bromide, and others) and prohibits their industrial manufacture, most uses, imports, and exports, with limited exceptions (e.g., for aviation and essential medical equipment). Businesses handling refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pumps, and fire safety systems containing such substances must conduct regular leak checks, promptly repair leaks, record usage and recovery of substances, and ensure safe recovery and environmentally sound destruction of these chemicals. Halons are largely banned except in critical aviation applications, and possession of fire-extinguishing systems with halons is generally prohibited. Companies must ensure staff are trained to prevent emissions. Oversight is carried out by municipal authorities and the Ministry for Environment, which may grant exemptions in special cases, such as critical uses, lack of alternatives, or laboratory research. Violations may result in fines, confiscation, and corporate liability under criminal law.