Training session on "Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and Energy Labelling Requirements in the Refrigeration and Air-conditioning (RAC) Sector."

The NOU hosted a three-day intensive training session on "Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and Energy Labelling Requirements in the Refrigeration and Air-conditioning (RAC) Sector." This initiative is part of the GEF-6 Project on Energy Efficiency through Low-Carbon Technologies in the RAC Sector, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Planning and Development and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Mr. Necmettin Tokur, a renowned international consultant with extensive expertise in MEPS, lead the training. The comprehensive program covered the following key areas:

• Day 1:
  • 1. Introduction to MEPS and Energy Labelling Requirements
  • 2. Benefits for manufacturers, consumers, and dealers
  • 3. Obligations of the supply chain under MEPS and Energy Labelling Standards
• Day 2:
  • 1. Enforcement of MEPS and Energy Labelling Requirements - Market Surveillance
  • 2. Import Controls and coordination between the Customs Administration and Market Surveillance Authorities
• Day 3:
• 1. MV&E (Monitoring, Verification & Enforcement) Strategy
• 2. Practical aspects of enforcement, including shop visits and online inspections

Sensitization on Montreal Protocol at the University of the West Indies

The National Ozone Unit was delighted to take part in an expo conducted at the Faculty of Food and Agriculture at the University of the West Indies. Information was shared on ozone depleting substances, mechanisms to protect the ozone layer and the sustainable cold chain.

Training of Border Control Officers

The National Ozone Unit continued its sensitization of border control officers with a training of officials at the Customs and Excise Division on the Montreal Protocol and aspects related to trade of these substances and prevention of illegal shipments.

Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards celebrates 50 years

 

TTBS marked the occasion recognizing its valued partners. Dr. Marissa Gowrie, Deputy Environmental Manager/National Ozone Officer accepts a token from the Honourable Minister of Trade and Industry.

Painting of Wall Mureal at Schools for World Ozone Day

In commemoration of World Ozone Day 2024 the National Ozone Unit engaged with two schools to showcase the ozone layer. School talks were given and the beautiful murals below paints.

Diego Martin Girls RC School

Four Roads Government School