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The latest version of the factsheet providing up to date information on refrigerant designations and safety classifications can be found HERE.
The Maldives became the world's first developing country to stop using hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC) thanks to Miruza Mohamed. How did Miruza lead such victory 10 years ahead of the planned schedule? Let’s get inspired.
Leading Change in Environmental Communication and Women's Empowerment
Her dedication to fostering opportunities for women in the Heating, Ventilation, Air- Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) sector shines through her role in INWIC, a platform described by Colleen Keyworth as "a match made in heaven" for her passion.
En el mundo de la conservación ambiental y el manejo de productos químicos y desechos peligrosos, ha destacado no solo por su profundo conocimiento técnico y liderazgo, sino también por su compromiso con la igualdad de género.
In the field of environmental science and policy, Marta Pizano has played a pivotal role as a Co-chair of the Montreal Protocol's Technical and Economic Assessment Panel (TEAP).
The world’s environment has been protected by a series of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).
A leader in environmental protection under the Montreal Protocol, with more than 30 years of experience in the United Nations that culminates with a well-deserved retirement.
Your air-con breaks down and you call for a technician but to your surprise, a female technician shows up at your doorstep with her toolbox! This is becoming a common practice in Zambia! Meet Sarah Nakanyika a female Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning (RAC) technician and pioneer of women-empowerment in the RAC sector in Zambia.
Impacts of female leadership
The following story from Zambia is an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY YOLANDA DEMBEDZA
It is not always easy or even possible for a woman to choose a career in a male-dominated weld. One thing I have learnt is never to underestimate yourself; you can be who you want to be as long as you stay positive because the sky is the limit.
The following stories from Zambia are an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
The following stories from Vanuatu are an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
The following stories from the United States of America are an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
The following stories from the United Kingdom are an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY HAYLEY ANN BILLSON
The following stories from Togo and United Arab Emirates are an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY AGBAVOR YAWA MAWULI, TOGO
In 2004 I enrolled at the CRETFP (regional centre for technical education and vocational training) to receive training in refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) and two years later obtained my qualification.
The following stories from Switerland is an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY DOLAANA KHOVALYG
The following stories from Sri Lanka and Togo are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY PATHMI DAYARATHNE, SRI LANKA
I am Ms Pathmi Priyangani Dayarathne, employed by the Ceylon German Technical Training Institute (CGTTI) as a training instructor in refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC).
The following stories from South Africa are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY JOYCE CHIFAMBA
Working in the HVAC industry was the best choice I ever made. Training in Zimbabwe was hard, but I managed to sail through. I had trainers who were so patient; I appreciate all their effort. I was taught to do all my jobs alone so that I didn’t have to depend on someone.
The following stories from Sierra Leone and Solomon Islands are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY HANNAH I. KAMARA - SIERRA LEONE
The following stories from Serbia are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY NEVENA AKSIC
The following story from Senegal is an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY SOKHNA FALL
The following stories from Rwanda are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
STORY BY VALARIE MUKANDAYISENGA
The following story from Romania is an extract from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
NINA STAN
I can say, without being accused of lack of modesty, that I am a good engineer. I like what I do, I like the RAC sector, I like the challenges. I am a responsible person you can rely on. Already, I have said it all: I am a woman in the RAC sector - a field dominated by men.
The following stories from the Philippines are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
RAQUEL DUMAYAS
The following stories from Peru are extracts from the booklet 'Women in the Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Industry."
KARLA MAGDALENA ARGUEDAS SANCHEZ
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