What is ozone depletion potential in SAP EHS-CI - SAP Carbon Impact?

SAP Term: ozone depletion potential

• Component: EHS-CI

• Component Name: SAP Carbon Impact

• Description: The ability of trace gases to rise up into the stratosphere and to deplete ozone there in a catalytic process. Halogenated hydrocarbons in particular are involved in this depletion process, which diminishes or destroys the protective function of the natural ozone layer. The ozone layer provides protection against excessive UV radiation and therefore against damage to genes or impairment of photosynthesis in plants. The reference substance for ozone depletion potential is R11, and all other substances with impacts on this process for instance CFC, N2O are measured in ratio R11 equivalents.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) is a measure of the potential of a chemical compound to deplete the ozone layer. It is expressed as a number, which is the ratio of the amount of ozone depletion caused by a chemical compared to the amount of ozone depletion caused by a similar mass of CFC-11.
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP Carbon Impact, ODP is used to calculate the impact of emissions on the ozone layer. The ODP value for each emission is multiplied by its mass to calculate the total ODP for that emission. This value is then used to calculate the total ODP for all emissions from a given source.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating ODP, it is important to consider not only the mass of the emission but also its ODP value. This will ensure that the most significant sources of ozone depletion are identified and addressed.
  
  Related Information: 
  The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer is an international agreement that sets limits on the production and use of substances that deplete the ozone layer. It also sets targets for reducing emissions of these substances. The Protocol has been successful in reducing global emissions of ozone-depleting substances and has helped to slow down the rate of ozone depletion.