Who Discovered this Hidden Danger?
….and why it matters to homeowners
F. Sherwood "Sherry" Rowland (1927-2012)
Who, along with Dr. Mario Molina, theorized that the chlorine from chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) could lead to ozone depletion.
In 1974 they Unveiled the Impact: What CFCs Did to Our Ozone Layer
Up until this time, CFC's were heavily used in spray foam used for insulation
Their groundbreaking research on ozone depletion led to a global movement that halted the use of CFCs in building homes, protecting the environment for future generations.
They were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1995.
We still have a long way to go,
HFCs replaced CFCs, BUT...
* HFCs are not as harmful as CFCs for t...