FanMilk PLC, a Danone Company, has launched three green initiatives at its North Industrial Area Plant in Accra on Saturday, October 8, 2022, as part of global efforts to accelerate the transition to net-zero carbon emissions.
The projects, a wastewater treatment plant, a biomass boiler, and a solar power installation, which cost a total of €7 million, are a demonstration of Danone’s ‘One Planet One Health’ goal and reaffirmthecompany’sleadership in sustainability across the globe.
Danone’s Africa, Asia, and Middle East President Christian Stammkoetter, speaking at the launch of the Green Projects, said: “we are all witnessing the unprecedented effects of climate change all over the globe.
“It has become critical for us all in the world to join hands and protect planet earth and achieve sustainability through the right policies and technological innovations, both in the private and public sector.
“At Danone, we believe that we can have a collective impact by working together to ensure that any economic rebound after the pandemic is both planet- friendly and socially inclusive; and by encouraging everyone to contribute to sustainable performance and impact. These green projects we unveil today are our contribution to protecting the environment and the planet.”
The Environmental Minister Dr Kwaky Afriyie launching the Green Projects said “FanMilk Ghana has lived up to its promise of providing improved lives for the people of Ghana by not only producing nutritional products for Ghanaians but also, directly and indirectly, employing thousands of Ghanaians and helping to alleviate unemployment in this country.
“Government is pleased with your effort in this regard, and we are hopeful that by the establishment of these new sustainable environment projects, you will continue to do even more in the area of environment and technology for the country at large.”
He ended by commending FanMilk and encouraging other organizations to follow FanMilk’s good example.
The investments are in line with Danone’s expansion drive and the company’s One Planet, One Health vision.
The wastewater treatment facility will ensure that only clean manufacturing water is discharged into the environment.
The ultimate discharge quality will hasten the regeneration and sustenance of the Odaw River, promoting different types of life for river bodies.
Furthermore, the plant’s solid waste can be employed as manure, benefiting the agricultural ecosystem and contributing to the larger goal of supporting regenerative agriculture.
Danone’s stringent clean water criteria will also be met by the discharge effluents.
The Solar Power Installation in the Industrial Area Factory, Offices, and Regional Distribution Centres is in line with the company’s global objective of reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and increasing usage of renewable energy.
Thanks to the new biomass boiler, FanMilk will now use a multi- fuel system that uses palm kernel shells or hardwood chips to meet the factory’s steaming needs of 1,800kg/h.
The corporation is taking important steps to conserve the environment by converting garbage into an effective fuel for the biomass boiler with this move. Ziobeieton Yeo, General Manager of FanMilk West Africa, stated at the ceremony, “For more than 60 years, our company has been led by our belief in this twin mission that economic success and social progress go hand in hand.”
“As a purpose-led organization, we champion a more emotionally balanced, healthier, socially progressive society, while protecting the environment. “Today’s commissioning is a demonstration of our deep level of commitment to the cause of saving the earth while creating jobs through our unique business model. All of these Green Projects will go a long way to help our pursuit.”
This is not the first time FanMilk Danone has invested in the country In June 2021, the company will open a new multipurpose headquarters in Accra’s Industrial Area.
Earlier this year, the company invested in trucks and logistics for its trade partners, as well as initiating the 2022 edition of the iconic FanMilk school caravan, an educational initiative that teaches school children about hygiene and healthy dining.
Source: The Independent Ghana