Ogun State Government has called on chemical handlers, industrial partners and policy makers to adopt clean energy technologies including Compressed Natural Gas CNG and renewable energy solutions which will prioritize environmental compliance and ensure long-term sustainability.

The state governor, Dapo Abiodun made the call while declaring open the third edition of the Chemical Handlers and Users Workshop put together by the Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency OGEPA.

The event themed “Clean Energy for a Healthier State -Reducing Pollution Through Sustainable Energy Solution” was held on Thursday in Abeokuta, the state capital.

Abiodun, represented by his Deputy, Noimot Salako-Oyelede, said by adopting these clean energy technologies, the state and Nigeria can reduce pollution, improve public health and build a legacy of sustainability for future generations.

The Governor also urged the participants of the workshop to actively engage, share insight and contribute towards actionable recommendations that will shape the state government’s policies and programmes.

He added that the state has continued to lead in environmental stewardship, exemplified by key initiatives such as waste-to resource revolution, electric mobility leadership and the Ogun Ignite Youth Empowerment Programme.

In his opening remark, the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Ola Oresanya said the workshop has evolved into a pivotal platform for discussing innovative solutions, enforcing compliance and fostering accountability in chemical safety and environmental protection while reiterating the state government’s commitment to a cleaner, healthier environment.

Also speaking, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Environmental Protection Agency OGEPA, Farook Akintunde said clean energy represent a pathway towards reducing harmful emission and combating climate change which can only be achieved through collective efforts and commitment.

Three papers on CNG as a Clean Energy Solution, Pathway to Pollution Reduction and Environmental Safety and From Emission to Efficiency: Combating Industrial Pollution Through Adoption of CNG and LNG were presented.