Source: Punch Newspaper
Greenplinth Africa has unveiled a groundbreaking clean energy initiative aimed at transforming cooking practices for 80 million women across Nigeria. The project introduces Nigeria’s first highly efficient clean cookstove technology, registered under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Global Climate Action Portal.
At the recent launch event in Lagos, the project was announced to distribute 80 million improved fuel woodstoves, free of charge, to low-income earners, households, and women across all 36 Nigerian states and the Federal Capital Territory. This initiative aims to reduce traditional firewood use by over 90%, promoting a healthier and more sustainable cooking method.
In a statement, Greenplinth Africa outlined the comprehensive scope of the 80 Million Clean Cookstoves Project, which includes the procurement, assembly, and distribution of the stoves, alongside awareness campaigns and user training. The initiative also emphasizes tree planting to help combat poverty, hunger, and disease in rural communities.
Dr. Olawale Akinwumi, President and CEO of Greenplinth Africa Limited, described the initiative as a historic step forward. “We are officially launching the largest single clean cookstoves project in the world—the 80M Clean Cookstoves Project in Nigeria. This is a milestone for the resilient women of Africa, who deserve a cleaner cooking deal,” Akinwumi said.
He highlighted the severe lack of access to clean cooking across Africa, noting that more than 950 million Africans are affected, including over 180 million Nigerians.
Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy, emphasized the economic potential of the green economy. She stated that the initiative would not only address environmental concerns but also create new revenue streams for businesses and industries.
This large-scale clean cookstove distribution marks a significant step towards improving health outcomes and reducing environmental degradation for millions of Nigerians.
