Lafarge Africa unveils its first Green Depot in Nigeria

Lafarge Africa Plc. has launched its first Green Depot in Abeokuta, Ogun, marking a transformative stride towards sustainable practices in the distribution and logistics of construction materials in Nigeria.

With the launch of the state-of-the-art facility, the company is poised to set new benchmarks for sustainability in the industry.

At the heart of the Green Depot’s eco-friendly design is its reliance on solar power. This innovative approach translates into substantial energy savings, with a 100 percent reduction in energy consumption for lighting, air conditioning, and electric forklift charging.

In its commitment to sustainable mechanized loading, Lafarge Africa has replaced traditional diesel forklifts with a state-of-the-art 3-ton electric forklift contributing significantly to the company’s carbon footprint reduction goals.

Speaking at the launch of the Green Depot, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, GMD/CEO, Lafarge Africa Plc, said the Green Depot in Abeokuta embodies the firm’s belief in the transformative power of sustainable practices.

“By seamlessly integrating solar energy, electric forklifts, and green mobility solutions, we are setting a new standard for environmentally conscious operations in the cement industry,” Alade-Akinyemi said.

Echoing this sentiment, Osazemen Aghatise, Logistics Director of Lafarge Africa Plc stated, “With the launch of our new Green Depot, our logistic journey takes a leap towards efficiency and sustainability. We’re forging a seamless connection between operational excellence and environmental responsibility. Every delivery from this depot not only sets new standards but also contributes positively to our accelerating green mobility strategy.”

Green mobility further takes center stage with cement efficiently delivered to the Green Depot through electric trucks from the Ewekoro plant emphasising the efficiency and sustainability of its supply chain.

Lafarge Africa’s unwavering dedication to sustainability reflects its ambitious leadership in pioneering innovative and sustainable building solutions.

Committed to minimising carbon footprints throughout the construction lifecycle, the company persistently seeks cutting-edge solutions that seamlessly harmonise business success with environmental responsibility.