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The CARICOM Regional Organization for Standards and Quality (CROSQ) in collaboration with the Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards will be hosting a half- day information session on the establishment of an energy efficiency labelling scheme. The labelling scheme will introduce minimum energy performance standards for lighting (CFLs and LEDs), refrigerators and air conditioners, and will explore the development and/or […]

The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards is preparing to mark the observance of World Standards Day on October 14th 2018. As in previous years, the SLBS will be hosting a series of major activities which will be held under the theme International Standards and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.  World Standards Day is an international observance

ePing is a free online web service that provides businesses and governments with up to date information on regulations in export markets around the world, including product requirements and standards. ePing’s two key functions allow users to easily track regulations for different products or export markets by registering to receive customised email alerts, or to

ePing is a free online web service that provides businesses and governments with up to date information on regulations in export markets around the world, including product requirements and standards. ePing’s two key functions allow users to easily track regulations for different products or export markets by registering to receive customised email alerts, or to

Reducing energy consumption and improving energy efficiency are at the forefront of the global climate change agenda. ISO 50001, the flagship International Standard for improving energy performance, has just been updated. Energy consumption is on the rise, despite the fact that it contributes to nearly 60 % of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.[1] At the same

The St. Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) are working to strengthen the connection between standardization and public policies.

The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards is currently hosting an International Standards Organization (ISO) Regional Workshop on Standards in Support of Public Policies from 22nd to 24th May 2018. Saint Lucia will benefit from ISO’s Action Plan for Developing Countries 2016-2020. ISO is implementing a five point plan aimed at improving developing countries’ opportunities for