The depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer due to increased anthropogenic activities is one of the key atmospheric issues in the Arctic and Antarctic. The recovery of the stratospheric ozone layer in the polar regions relies mainly on execution of the Montreal Protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer. Consequently, the
integrated efforts of regions to phase-out the use of ozone- depleting substances are of great importance (UNEP 2000). However, despite the success of national efforts in assuring implementation of the Protocol (WMO 2011; UNEP 2010b) regarding the use of ozone-depleting substances, their capture from old equipment and the destruction of collected or stockpiled appliances are still challenging issues.
