As Zambia works toward the phase-out of ODSs , the need for specialised training and certifications for technicians has grown . | |||
that interventions are based on actual | |||
industry needs rather than assumptions or | |||
generalised solutions . | |||
As Zambia works toward the phaseout | |||
of ODSs , the need for specialised | |||
training and certifications for technicians | |||
has grown . The country is focusing on | |||
equipping its workforce with the skills | |||
to work with modern , environmentally | |||
friendly refrigerants such as hydrocarbons | |||
and low-GWP HFCs . The Zambia | |||
representative noted that alongside | |||
providing equipment to training centres , | |||
there needs to be a focus on building | |||
human capital to ensure technicians are | |||
properly trained and certified to handle |
A group photo of the delegates from all over SADC . |
these new refrigerants safely . Zambia is also working to strengthen |
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As Jamini aptly noted , " Cooling touches everyone ," highlighting the need for coordinated efforts to transition to climatefriendly cooling practices . |
ZAMBIA ’ S EFFORTS TOWARDS ACHIEVING KIGALI AMENDMENT GOALS
A challenge highlighted by Zambia ’ s
representative is the need for a more
needs-based approach in supporting
the refrigeration sector . While equipment
donations to training centres have been
a part of Zambia ' s strategy , it has become
evident that simply providing equipment
is not enough . The country has not fully
identified the specific needs of the industry ,
whether in terms of training , certification
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or specialised equipment . Zambia ' s representative stressed the importance of consulting directly with stakeholders to determine what the industry truly requires , ensuring that interventions are both relevant and sustainable .
Zambia also emphasised the value of consultation meetings and stakeholder engagement . By gathering input from key players in the refrigeration and air conditioning sectors , Zambia can craft more effective national and regional policies . Stakeholder discussions help ensure
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its NOU committee and ensure that industry associations play an active role in policy discussions . The inclusion of industry representatives ensures that decisions made at the national level reflect the real needs of the sector . Zambia ' s representative also underscored the value of regional collaboration , noting that countries like Zimbabwe have implemented strategies that could be adapted by others in the region . Sharing successes and challenges is vital for collectively phasing down ODS and HFCs across Southern Africa . CLA |