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The Lagos State Government has entered a strategic partnership with global technology leader Siemens Group to advance its waste-to-energy ambitions, transforming municipal waste into a reliable power source.
Jointly led by the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, the collaboration aims to harness Lagos’ daily waste output—estimated at 13,000 to 14,000 tonnes—for electricity generation. The initiative was confirmed via the state government’s official X account following a high-level meeting with Siemens officials in Alausa.
Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, emphasized the untapped potential in Lagos’ waste stream. While portions of the waste have already been earmarked for projects with partners like a Dutch firm and Lafarge, he said Siemens’ involvement would further enhance value creation through sustainable energy.
He highlighted ongoing projects such as the Epe power plant and material recovery facilities in Ikorodu and Badagry as part of the broader strategy to reduce landfill use and boost renewable energy access.
Biodun Ogunleye, Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, noted that Lagos’ rapid urban growth demands urgent and innovative energy solutions. He assured stakeholders of the state’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for private-sector players like Siemens.
Siemens Group’s Commercial Director, Durgen Schumann, reaffirmed the company’s readiness to bring its global experience in energy infrastructure to support Lagos’ waste management and power needs.
This partnership builds on recent efforts, including a $400 million waste-to-energy project announced in July for Epe, structured under a private sector-led model. The plant is projected to deliver a 12% internal rate of return over 20 years, backed by energy tariffs and tipping fees.
In a related development, the Netherlands government pledged €120 million to support another waste-to-energy venture with the Dutch-based Harvest Waste Consortium. Earlier in the year, Lagos also signed an MoU with Lafarge Africa to convert non-recyclable waste into alternative fuel for its Ewekoro cement plant.
Together, these initiatives highlight Lagos State’s commitment to sustainable development by converting waste into valuable energy and economic opportunities.
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