OzoNews, Volume XIX, 30 March 2019 Issue

OzoNews is a fortnightly news update on the implementation of the Montreal Protocol produced by OzonAction. 

In this issue: 1. Farewell to Shamila Nair-Bedouelle 2. Implications of constant CFC-11 concentrations for the future ozone layer 3. Helping enforcement catch up with environmental laws 4. Colossal barocaloric effects in plastic crystals 5. ASHRAE/UNEP Lower-GWP Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Innovation Award 6. Sustainability in Africa’s maritime industry 7. Development of a National Cooling Plan for Trinidad and Tobago 8. The Naturally Cool Movement 9. Ozone depleting substances turn-in procedures (USA) 10. A Case for Closing the Case: Retro-Fitting Open Refrigeration - Upcoming US EPA GreenChill Webinar 11. Practicing energy saving to protect ozone layer (Vietnam) 12. Bahrain discuss with Japan the development of a center for the studies of the HVAC sector 13. EFCTC introduces illegal refrigerant reporting “hotline”.

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Development of a National Cooling Plan for Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago signed the Kigali Amendment in November 2017 which expanded the scope of refrigerant to be phased out by this country to include hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) which is harmful to the climate.

Several initiatives have been encouraged under the Kigali Amendment, one being for countries to develop National Cooling Plans (NCP) or cooling road maps. Developing an NCP can offer major benefits for countries, including:

• Delivering cost savings through enhanced energy efficiency for businesses and consumers;

• Reducing emissions which cause to climate change, while creating a stronger, more sustainable energy

system and cleaner air;

• Reducing food waste, improving health, and increasing productivity through improved access to cooling.

Against this background, the National Ozone Unit has spearheaded the development of an NCP using a multisectoral stakeholder approach, bringing together several key stakeholders in the cooling industry, energy efficiency, and alternative refrigerants as well as research entities. It provides an holistic outlook on how the cooling demand in Trinidad and Tobago will evolve and grow, and outline strategies and actions that promote sustainable and smart cooling practices across the nation while mitigating adverse environmental impacts both to the ozone layer and the climate. 

Consultations have begun in both Trinidad, and Tobago, to ensure the document reflects the concerns and ideas of those involved in the air conditioning and refrigeration sector.

Our 2nd Female Professionally Certified Technician

Ms. Christine Gopaul-Khan joins Ms. Donna Brown as the 2nd Female Professionally Certified Technician. Congratulations from the National Ozone Unit!