Core Viewpoint - The XPS foam industry is actively working towards eliminating HCFCs in compliance with national regulations, achieving significant results and contributing to environmental protection goals [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Compliance and Achievements - The industry has eliminated nearly 18,000 tons of HCFCs in accordance with policies and regulations [1]. - Since 2011, 46 companies have participated in the multilateral fund elimination project, achieving a total HCFCs consumption elimination of 17,922.264 tons [2]. - The industry is expected to comply with the national plan to ban the production and consumption of HCFCs starting January 1, 2026, with a complete phase-out of HCFCs as a foaming agent by July 1, 2026 [2]. Group 2: Regulatory Framework and Future Directions - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment emphasizes the importance of ozone layer protection and is enhancing regulatory frameworks and responsibilities at local levels [1]. - Companies are encouraged to operate legally and comply with national policies while understanding their responsibilities [1]. - The XPS industry is seeking expert discussions to address the impact of alternative foaming agents on thermal conductivity and to develop feasible solutions [2]. Group 3: Standardization Efforts - A seminar on the group standards for XPS backing boards was held, focusing on the organization, member roles, and responsibilities for drafting the standards [3]. - The standards will prioritize scientific validity, advanced applicability, and practical implementation to address real industry challenges [3].

Group 1 - The Chinese government has prioritized ozone layer protection since joining the Vienna Convention in 1989 and the Montreal Protocol in 1991, implementing the first national plan for phasing out ozone-depleting substances (ODS) in 1993 [1] - The recently released National Plan (2025-2030) aims to phase out HCFCs and is the first six-year plan for reducing both ODS and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), aligning with Xi Jinping's ecological civilization thoughts and promoting green, low-carbon development in related industries [1][2] - The National Plan mandates a ban on HCFCs in the extruded polystyrene foam and polyurethane foam industries starting July 1, 2026, with varying challenges in compliance due to the complexity of alternatives in the polyurethane sector [2] Group 2 - The National Plan enhances management of ODS production, sales, and usage, requiring sales units to only sell to entities with production or usage quotas, thereby improving the regulatory framework and monitoring capabilities [3] - The implementation of mobile monitoring equipment has significantly increased the ability to detect illegal production and use of ODS, contributing to the enforcement of the National Plan [3] - Foam enterprises are encouraged to comply with the National Plan, utilize the information management system, and report illegal activities to achieve the complete phase-out of HCFC-141b, thereby supporting ozone layer protection and sustainable industry development [3]