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The Honourable Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Mimi Sobba-Stephens, today visited the Freetown Innovation Lab Recycling Factory, marking a significant step in the government’s commitment to supporting youth initiatives aimed at addressing environmental challenges.
The visit underscored the ministry’s dedication to fostering green job creation and working towards a zero-waste goal by 2030.
During her visit, Chief Executive Officer Mohamed A. Kamara guided the deputy minister through the factory’s operations. The tour highlighted the comprehensive processes involved in plastic waste management, including collection, sorting, and recycling. The factory transforms discarded plastics into valuable products such as bricks, pavement, and roofing materials.
In addition to plastic recycling, the Freetown Innovation Lab also repurposes discarded tires into furniture, dustbins, and beds, creating job opportunities for over 50 young people in the community. This innovative approach not only addresses waste management but also provides essential employment for the youth.
Among the various projects showcased was the Green Tech Biodigester, a solution designed to tackle the clean cooking challenge faced by many households. This initiative contributes to improving health and environmental conditions in local communities.
The Deputy Minister expressed her admiration for the circular economy approach employed by the Freetown Innovation Lab. She noted that such strategies are crucial in addressing waste management issues and providing sustainable solutions to local challenges.
