Title: Refrigeration Technicians Training and Mandatory Certification: A Case Study from Indonesia for the Improvement of Servicing Practices and the Advancement of Better Job Opportunities

Description: Through the introduction of a mandatory RAC Certification System, the Government of Indonesia is supporting the advancement of responsible refrigerant management practices for Sustainable Cooling. What’s more, the implementation of the highest standards in servicing practices allows for certified technicians to become more competitive, promoting access to employment and improved work conditions within the RAC sector.

Contact:

Paloma Somohano   

paloma.somohano@undp.org

Title: Decarbonising the Cooling Value Chain: Good Practice Guidance on how to Accelerate Decarbonisation and Achieve Net Zero by 2050

Description: The Carbon Trust hosts a side event focused on the launch of two comprehensive good practice guides, developed in collaboration with global cooling businesses and industry stakeholders. These guides offer valuable insights and lessons from businesses leading the way in their Net Zero decarbonisation journeys, with a particular focus on overcoming the complex challenge of Scope 3 emissions.

Alongside the guide launch, we will host a panel discussion with industry stakeholders, providing participants the chance to hear directly from experts about practical steps to accelerate decarbonisation efforts. The panel will address key challenges faced by cooling businesses when implementing decarbonisation strategies, real-world examples of managing Scope 3 emissions, and pathways for decarbonising value chains. It will also highlight opportunities to advance the adoption of low-GWP refrigerants and more energy-efficient technologies.

This event shall serve as a platform for cooling industry stakeholders to engage, exchange knowledge, and share lessons to drive decarbonisation and successfully navigate the transition to Net Zero.

Contact:

Sabrina Kleissl                         

sabrina.kleissl@carbontrust.com

Title: Unlocking Solutions: The Power of Systems Thinking in End-of-Life ODS Management

Description: This side event will explore the design and implementation of end-of-life solutions for ODS, highlighting the critical role systems thinking plays in addressing these global challenges. From an introduction to systems thinking theory to its practical application in diverse country contexts, we will showcase how Tradewater's innovative approach leverages carbon markets to create scalable and sustainable ODS disposal solutions where needed. Attendees will gain insights into real-world case studies, practical applications, and actionable opportunities to apply these strategies in their own efforts.

Contact:

Maria Jose Gutierrez                                     

mgutierrez@tradewater.us