Awareness in Tobago

 

The National Ozone Unit’s awareness activities in schools in Tobago play an important role in educating students about the importance of protecting the ozone layer and addressing climate change. Through interactive presentations, discussions during October 2 to 5 and distribution of educational materials, students learn about the causes and impacts of ozone depletion, the role of ozone-depleting substances and the importance of responsible choices in the use and disposal of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment. These activities encourage students to become environmental ambassadors within their schools, homes and communities, while promoting greater awareness of sustainable practices and the need to protect the environment for present and future generations.

Equipment handover to MIC Tobago and THA

 

The handover of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) equipment to the Metal Industries Ltd and Tobago House of Assembly Community Training Programme in Tobago represents an important investment in strengthening the technical capacity and competency of RAC technicians. The equipment will provide technicians with practical, hands-on opportunities to develop and enhance their skills in the installation, servicing, troubleshooting, maintenance and safe handling of modern, energy-efficient RAC systems, including equipment using lower-GWP refrigerants. This initiative will support the application of knowledge gained through formal training, promote adherence to good servicing practices and international standards, and improve the quality and efficiency of RAC services in Tobago. By providing access to appropriate tools and equipment, the initiative will contribute to building a more skilled, confident and environmentally responsible RAC workforce capable of supporting the transition to more sustainable cooling technologies.

Tobago Training in Natural Refrigerant and Good Refrigeration Practices

The National Ozone Unit conducted training in Tobago on Natural Refrigerants and Good Refrigeration Practices as part of its ongoing efforts to promote environmentally responsible refrigeration and air-conditioning practices. The training provided participants with practical knowledge on the safe handling, use, servicing, and maintenance of equipment using natural refrigerants, while emphasizing proper installation, leak detection, recovery, and system maintenance. Participants were also introduced to good refrigeration practices that can improve energy efficiency, reduce refrigerant emissions, and extend the lifespan of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment. The initiative supports Tobago’s efforts to reduce the environmental impact of refrigerants and contributes to national commitments under the Montreal Protocol while strengthening the technical capacity of refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians.

Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (RAC) Sector Technical Update Workshop

In recognition on Kigali +10 and World Ozone Day 2026, the National Ozone Unit hosted a Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (RAC) Sector Technical Update Workshop on Tuesday September 29 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the UWI Inn and Conference Centre.

The workshop provided key sector stakeholders with updates on several technical initiatives currently being advanced under the Montreal Protocol Ozone Programme. 

Key areas to be discussed included:

• Advancements in Trinidad and Tobago’s national cooling landscape and implementation of the Kigali Amendment;
• Findings of the Feasibility Study on Refrigerant-Grade Hydrocarbon Production (virtual presentation);
• Proposed national collection mechanisms for refrigerant recovery, recycling and reclamation
• Product Registry System: proposed system design and progress to date;
• Updates to the RAC Curriculum; and
• Proposed Transboundary Movement Plan for recovered/unwanted refrigerants.