Property developers in Nigeria now have the option of constructing their buildings using a low-carbon cement. The product, called “Eco Label”, has just been launched by the Franco-Swiss group Lafarge Holcim.
After Algeria and South Africa, LafargeHolcim is launching a low-carbon cement in Nigeria. According to the construction materials specialist, “Eco Label” should enable buildings to have a carbon footprint of less than 30%. This is in line with the thresholds recommended by the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA), of which it is a member.
This new product with a magnesium oxide content (useful for solidifying structures) is part of the Franco-Swiss cement manufacturer’s commitment to environmental responsibility in Africa. It is fully in line with Nigeria’s climate ambitions under the 2015 Paris Agreement, which the West African country ratified with a view to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
“We are the first local manufacturer of eco-friendly cement on the Nigerian market. With the deployment of Eco Label, we are accelerating the transition to sustainable materials for greener construction. This makes us proud to deliver on our net zero commitment through our wide range of value-for-money solutions,” explains Khaled El Dokani, Managing Director of Lafarge Africa.
This view is shared by Sotirios Valsamakis, who runs the Mfamosing plant in the southern state of Cross River. The engineer suggested that the Group has placed sustainable development at the heart of its strategy for the coming years. As proof of this, Lafarge Holcim has also launched two low-carbon cements from its “ECOPlanet” range in the second half of 2022. These are “Chamil” in South Africa and “ECOPact” in Algeria.
