Final answer:
Refrigeration equipment with a capacity of 22 Kilowatts or greater containing CFCs must be reported to environmental authorities, requires special disposal procedures, and CFCs cannot be released into the atmosphere. This is in compliance with the Montreal Protocol, aimed at eliminating harmful CFC emissions and protecting the ozone layer.
Step-by-step explanation:
Industrial, commercial, and institutional refrigeration equipment with a capacity of 22 Kilowatts (6.4 Tons) or greater containing a CFC refrigerant must adhere to specific environmental regulations due to the harmful impact of CFCs on the ozone layer. The Montreal Protocol was established in 1987 to phase out the production of CFCs and protect the ozone layer from further depletion. The regulations under the Montreal Protocol require special handling and disposal of such equipment, meaning that CFCs must not be released into the atmosphere and appropriate measures must be taken to prevent leaks and ensure safe disposal.
Answering the student's question, such equipment: b) Must be reported to the Ministry of the Environment, c) Requires special disposal procedures, and d) Cannot be released into the atmosphere. These regulations help to curb the emission of CFCs, which are major contributors to ozone depletion. Despite the success of the Montreal Protocol, there are still concerns about CFC emissions from developing countries and the presence of 'CFC banks' from outdated equipment that can release significant amounts of CFCs into the atmosphere.