In October 2021, the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) signed onto a two-year project titled “Quality Infrastructure for Circular Economy in Latin America and the Caribbean (QI4CE)”. German development cooperation supported this project which was jointly implemented by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt and the Organization of American States. The...
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The Circular Economy
The Circular Economy We live in a world where the linear economy, referred to as the take-make-dispose model, prevails. It exists where resources are used to satisfy consumer product demands leading to unnecessary wastage. In the linear economy many companies manufacture products, which originate from massive amounts of non-recyclable, non-biodegradable,...
Understanding Biodegradable Plastics
Dr Denise M. Beckles October 2023 The growing interest in the environment and sustainable development in Trinidad and Tobago and around the region has resulted in a variety of efforts to reduce the use of single use plastics. The Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards has developed, in conjunction with...
TTBS hosted the first physical meeting of the National Mirror Committee (NMC) for Innovation Management.
The mandate of this National Mirror Committee is “to assist and advise the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards in the formulation and review of International Standards in the area of Innovation Management and to advise on any new emerging issues and initiatives related to Innovation Management.” The team...
TTBS Celebrates World Standards Day 2023 with a Workshop On Good Health and Well-being
October 14, 2023 – The Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) celebrates World Standards Day 2023 with a special workshop on Occupational Health and Safety Standards. The event will take place on October 19, 2023, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Hilton Trinidad...
Cultivating Quality: Good Agricultural Practices and the Future of Agriculture in T&T
Renowned agricultural scientist, M. S. Swaminathan said, “If agriculture goes wrong, nothing else will have a chance to go right.” These words, profound and undeniable, encapsulate the immense importance of our agricultural endeavours. In a world where the intricacies of global challenges like food security, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity...
Opening the Gates to Safety: The Importance of TTS 641:2017 Driveway gates – Specification
Picture this: after a long day’s work, your driveway gate gently slides open, welcoming you home. It’s a familiar and comforting sight, often taken for granted. However, the significance of driveway gates cannot be overstated. These silent sentinels secure our homes, protecting our families, belongings, and peace of mind. But...
World Standards Day 2023 Paving the Way to a Healthier, Sustainable World
The alarm clock blares. Your eyes open. You take a deep breath. You drag your feet until you feel your bedroom slippers. Flipping the light switch on, you open the door and make your way to the kitchen. At the table, you have breakfast. You hop into your car and...
Virtual Stakeholder Consultation: TTCS 29:20XX, Toilet Tissue – Compulsory Requirements
The Standardization Division is hosting a virtual Stakeholder Consultation on the draft compulsory standard for toilet tissue as follows TTCS 29:20XX, Toilet tissue – Compulsory requirements Date: Wednesday 18th October, 2023 Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm TTCS 29: 20XX Stakeholder Consultation on Toilet Tissue registration link: https://tinyurl.com/Toilet-tissue-consultation View draft...