About Us
WELCOME TO THE NATIONAL OZONE OFFICE (NOO), NIGERIA.
The National Ozone Office (NOO) of the Federal Ministry of Environment serves as the national focal point for implementing the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and its amendments, including the Kigali Amendment on the phase-down of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs).
Nigeria has made significant progress in fulfilling its obligations under the Montreal Protocol through the implementation of programmes such as the HCFC Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP) and the Kigali Implementation Plan (KIP). However, the evolving global climate agenda and the increasing demand for sustainable cooling require a broader strategic framework that guides long-term action beyond project-based interventions.
GLOBAL & NATIONAL COMMITMENT
The NOO derives its mandate from Nigeria’s obligations under the Montreal Protocol and its amendments, as well as national environmental legislation
OUR MISSION
To effectively coordinate implementation of the Montreal Protocol by promoting regulatory compliance, technological transition, national capacity, and partnerships for sustainable cooling and climate protection.
OUR VISION
To position Nigeria as a regional leader in ozone layer protection and sustainable cooling, ensuring environmental sustainability, economic resilience, climate-friendly industrial development.
OUR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
Full compliance on the phase-out of (ODS) and phase-down of HFCs, Promote energy -efficient and climate-friendly cooling technologies, Strengthen regulatory framework and enforcement
ACTIVITIES GALLERY
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP 
REGULATORY AGENCIES TRAINING WORKSHOP
We Align Nigeria’s Commitments to Global Conventions.
We Align Nigeria’s Commitments to Global Conventions.
Nigeria has made significant progress in fulfilling its obligations under the Montreal Protocol through the implementation of Programs such as:
Ozone Depleting Substances Control
- Administering the ODS and HFC licensing and quota system
- Control import Volume and distribution Stream.
- Facilitate the phase-out of ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and the phase-down of HFCs in accordance with international timelines.
Technician Capacity & Compliance Development
- Certification programmes for refrigeration technicians
- Customs training on refrigerant identification
- RAC Technician Training and Partnerships;
- Capacity Development for Undergraduate/women Engineers of Higher Institutions across Nigeria.
Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations
- Coordinating national stakeholders involved in refrigerant management and cooling technologies.
- Creating both National and International Partnerships that support Nigeria’s Commitments.
Policies and Milestone Monitoring/Tracking
- Enforcement of import quotas
- Implementation of the ODS and HFC licensing system
- Prevention of illegal trade in controlled substances.
- Strengthening customs cooperation
Our Cross-Cutting STRATEGY
Our Proven Process
Our Strategy Framework outlines the vision, mission, strategic priorities, and institutional trajectory of the National Ozone Office in advancing ozone layer protection while supporting sustainable development and climate action in Nigeria.
Climate change mitigation
Key actions to reduce or prevent greenhouse gas emissions, especially, refrigerants/coolants, aiming to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
Energy efficiency
Energy efficiency focuses on technology that uses less energy for the same task and promote the mitigation of harmful refrigerants (CFCs/HCFCs) that destroy the stratospheric ozone layer.
Sustainable Industrial Development
Working toward environmentally friendly cooling technologies and reducing reliance on high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, in line with the KIP and the Montreal Protocol.
Food security And Cold Chain Development
Driving the Development of Cold chain infrastructure, comprising pre-cooling, refrigerated storage, and refrigerated transport that directly impacts food security in several ways.
Youth RAC Technical Skills Development.
This is aimed at empowering youth aged 18-35, especially undergraduate Female Engineers with marketable skills, entrepreneurship opportunities, and sustainable livelihoods
Check Our PROGRAMS
HCFC Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP)
Definition: A national strategy required by the Montreal Protocol for developing countries (Article 5 parties) to phase out the production and consumption of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs).
Purpose: To reduce ozone-depleting substances (ODS) and switch to environmentally friendly alternatives in sectors like refrigeration and air conditioning.
Stages: These plans are implemented in stages and in reference to commitments (e.g., HPMP Stage I and Stage II) to meet specific compliance targets (e.g., 35% reduction by 2020)
Kigali Implementation Plan (KIP)
Definition: The Kigali Implementation Plan (KIP) is a national strategy developed to guide countries in the phase-down of HFCs) through coordinated policy, regulatory, and technical interventions.
Purpose: The core purpose of the KIP is to support countries in their HFC phase-down targets while promoting climate-friendly and energy-efficient cooling technologies.
Stages: Baseline Establishment, Strategy Development, Policy and Regulatory Framework Implementation, Technology Conversion, Capacity Building, and MRV.
Training, Certification for RAC Technicians and Capacity Development
Definition: This focuses on technical capacity for (RAC) technicians, youths, institutions to support the transition to climate-friendly and energy-efficient cooling technologies.
Purpose: The core purpose is to ensure that technicians are properly trained and certified in the safe handling, installation & servicing of equipment using new alternatives, particularly low-GWP
Key Components: Certification Programmes, Training of Trainers (ToT), Safe Use of Alternatives, Provision of Equipment, Youth Engagement, Continuous Professional Development.
Third-Party Partnership (TPP)
Undergraduate Female Engineer RAC Leadership and Skill Development
Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation collaboration with Sister Agencies.
End-of-Life Technology Adaptation.
Technology Transitioning
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Energy-Efficient Technology Advocacy.
System Review Implementation
Re-Bate Strategy (Future)
Awareness Strategy
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Field/Market Research
Digital tools deployment for Public Communication.
Affiliation with Media outlets.
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Engagements
150+
Completed Projects
7+
Years of Experience
45+
Affiliations
Commentaries And Testimonials
Experiences Shared By Stakeholders
You Have Right Place
I’m extremely satisfied with the trajectory of the Nigerian National Ozone Office, I would say Nigeria leads on the Continent with exampulary Leadership, commitment and results.
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John Hart
International Consultant.
Right Team, Right Choice
The Nigeria National Ozone Office Prioritize Training, Capacity Development and Users Education. This has lead to a great leap in performance and commitments of all Stakeholders.
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Ogechi k.
Nigerian Stakeholder
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