LASG Tasks MAN To Reduce Nation’s Carbon Footprint, Embrace Green Manufacturing…see details

Lagos State Government has tasked members of the Manufacturers’ Association of Nigeria, MAN on the need to reduce the nation’s carbon footprint by embracing Green Manufacturing in alignment with global standards of improving livelihoods, generating income, and creating jobs while preserving the environment.

Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives, Mrs. Adetutu Oluremi Ososanya, FCA gave this charge at the 5th edition of the Environmental Seminar/Award Ceremony organised by Manufacturers’ Association of Nigeria (MAN), Ikeja Branch at Ikeja on Friday, 8th September, 2023.

Speaking on the theme: “Green Manufacturing: Managing Standards and Making Profit”, Ososanya stated that green manufacturing improves manufacturer’s bottom line, boosts employee motivation, and demonstrates social responsibility.

She noted further that the administration of Mr. Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in line with the global trend, has expressed its commitment to power essential public utilities in public transportation, health, and education sectors, etc, using renewable energy to reduce carbon emissions, while fully committed to implementing the recommendations of the just concluded Lagos Circular Economy Hotspot, the very first on the Continent of Africa.

The Permanent Secretary also received Appreciation Award from MAN at the event.