Cool tips for a brighter future

Cool tips for a brighter future

Protecting the ozone layer starts in our homes and businesses. Here are ways citizens can make a difference in Trinidad and Tobago:

  • Ask Before You Buy: When purchasing a new air conditioner or refrigerator, ask the salesperson if it uses ozone friendly refrigerants. Avoid units that rely on HCFCs (like R-22), as these are being phased out and will become harder and more expensive to service.
  • Look for the energy efficiency ratings: Check the TTBS (Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards) labels. Energy-efficient appliances don’t just protect the environment; they significantly lower your monthly T&TEC bill.
  • Hire professionally certified technicians: These professionals are trained in “Good Refrigeration Practices,” meaning they recover and recycle old gases rather than venting them into the atmosphere.
  • Check for Leaks: A struggling AC unit often has a leak. Getting it fixed immediately prevents refrigerants from escaping into the atmosphere and keeps your unit running efficiently.
 
In Trinidad and Tobago, the National Ozone Unit (NOU) is the government body responsible for implementing national programs and projects to phase out ozone-depleting substances and greenhouse gases.
This unit operates within the Environmental Policy and Planning Division of the Ministry of Planning, Economic Affairs & Development.
The NOU collaborates with multiple agencies such as the UNDP, the T&T Bureau of Standards, the Customs and Excise Department, the Pesticide and Toxic Chemicals Inspectorate, and the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Association of T&T (ARIA).
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