Pt Lisas – Clean energy initiatives, including renewables, hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and clean energy technology investments, were some of the topics discussed by NGC Green President Toni Sirju-Ramnarine and Director Professor Donnie Boodlal when they met with US Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, Candace A. Bond and her team, at the US Embassy on Tuesday. As the world grapples with climate change and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the meeting sought to explore opportunities for collaboration in the clean energy sector. Both parties highlighted the potential for partnerships with US companies to leverage technological innovation and expertise in clean energy.
Ambassador Bond emphasized the United States’ commitment to supporting Trinidad and Tobago’s energy transition, suggesting that technology sharing and knowledge exchange could play a key role in enhancing both countries’ clean energy capabilities. Sirju-Ramnarine outlined NGC Green’s vision for a greener future, detailing plans for investing in renewable energy projects, promoting hydrogen as a viable alternative fuel, and the importance of education in building a skilled workforce capable of driving these initiatives forward.
Professor Boodlal highlighted the work that is ongoing with Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and the opportunities to explore partnerships to reduce carbon emissions in the country through CCS.
Jenifer Neidhart de Ortiz, Deputy Chief of Mission and Scott Hansen, Political and Economic Counselor at the US Embassy were also part of the discussions.
The meeting concluded with agreement on furthering discussions around strategic partnerships, which could include joint research, investment in innovative technologies, and capacity-building programs to foster a sustainable and clean energy future for Trinidad and Tobago.