Your old fridge may be hiding climate-warming chemicals (opens original article in a new tab)

Old fridges may contain climate-warming HFCs, requiring proper disposal to prevent environmental harm, though options vary by location.

• Old fridges may contain HFCs, which are potent greenhouse gases harmful to the environment.
• Proper disposal of fridges with HFCs requires specialized handling to prevent refrigerant leaks into the atmosphere.
• Australia has programs to recover refrigerants but disposal options vary by region and are not always consistent or funded.