National Energy’s President Dr. Vernon Paltoo presents at the Trinidad & Tobago Energy Chamber Sustainable Energy Conference 2024 at Hilton, Trinidad and Tobago. Courtesy National Energy Corporate Communications.
tion, and where we have already reached on this journey.” One important tool which National Energy has in its pocket is its membership with the Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC). “We joined PMAC in early 2024 and it has been truly helpful,” the Vice President says. “Already, we have been asked to lead one of its committees based on our special- ized port expertise, so we’ve been able to contribute from the very beginning.” “What really stands out is the training that PMAC offers. We have taken note of the range of courses available to members that aligns with our sustainability goals, and we have already scheduled staff to participate. We firmly believe these courses will have a positive impact on improving our understanding and appreciation of the opportunities for growth and development National Energy’s Vice President Ports & Estate Management, Ms. Michelle Scipio-Hosang presents at the Trinidad & Tobago Energy Chamber Sustainable Energy Conference 2024 at Hilton, Trinidad and Tobago. Courtesy National Energy Corporate Communications.
would be compromised. As such, we carried out works to reverse the impact of coastal erosion, making it safer for oper- ations, as well as protecting the coastline itself. It was our first coastal protection project, and we won industry recognition and an award for that work.” STRATEGIC PRIORITY Ms. Scipio-Hosang makes it clear that sustainability is a core part of National Energy’s future: “We have very high ambitions for what we’re working towards. Across the globe, sustainable operation is becoming the default position, and we believe National Energy can become a model port operator for that. There’s a very short window for us to get there, as well as penalties if we don’t, but we believe we can reach our targets and lead the way based on our resources, loca-
National Energy’s Chairman Dr. Joseph Ishmael Khan rides a trike (three-wheeled bicycle) system used for short-haul operations around the port at the Port of Galeota facilities, Trinidad. Courtesy National Energy Corporate Communications.
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