FOTE & LIRS Empower 200 Women Through the Women in Enterprise Initiative (WEI)
Friends of the Environment (FOTE), in partnership with the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS), has successfully concluded the Women in Enterprise Initiative (WEI) under the theme, “Count Her In: From the Informal Economy to Economic Inclusion.” The one-day programme empowered 200 women in Ajegunle, Lagos, through financial literacy and tax awareness training aimed at […]
FOTE and Bank of Industry Empower 200 Women with Clean Cooking Solutions in Ajegunle
Friends of the Environment (FOTE), in partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI), successfully implemented the FOTE–BOI Clean Cooking Initiative: Cook Clean. Live Better in Ajegunle, Lagos State. The initiative empowered 200 women with Improved Cookstoves, alongside hands-on training and live demonstrations on safe, efficient, and cleaner cooking practices. Addressing Everyday Challenges In many low-income communities, […]
Minimizing Your Environmental Impact While Traveling in Nigeria
Nigeria is a land of extraordinary beauty and biodiversity, with vibrant cities, lush rainforests, and diverse ecosystems. For nature lovers and adventurers, it offers a wealth of opportunities. That said, traveling responsibly is key to preserving the natural wonders and respecting local communities. So in this article, we’ll explore how to minimize your environmental impact […]
Sustainable Building Materials for Eco-Friendly Home Renovation
When it comes to home renovation, choosing sustainable building materials isn’t just a trend; it’s a responsible choice that can significantly reduce your environmental impact. Whether you’re planning a small upgrade or a major remodel, integrating eco-friendly materials into your project is a step towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient home. In this article, we’ll […]
The Ozone layer
Ever heard of the Ozone layer and how we constantly contribute to its depletion? The first time I learned about the Ozone layer, I was in elementary class and I found it interesting. I remember talking to my dad and siblings about it then. Now, let me explain what it means and how we deplete […]
Nigeria And Carbon Credit
The next few years will be important in the development of Nigeria and Carbon Credit. Due to the increased number of large industries, combustible fossil fuels such as coal, power plant gas, oil, vehicles in Nigeria, the emission of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases has become alarming. Carbon dioxide is a harmful gas to […]
Green Bond Project in Lagos
The Green Bond project in Lagos is set to begin. A Green bond is a type of fixed income instrument. Governments, banks, municipalities, and corporations use green bonds to raise money for new or existing climate and environmental projects. They are aimed at encouraging sustainability and supporting climate and the environment. Recently, the Lagos State […]
Jollof Rice & The Environment
What does jollof rice have to do with government policy on LPG use? Well, the Federal government is making efforts to encourage citizens to utilize Nigeria’s huge gas reserve and discourage the use of firewood in Nigeria. Meet Mrs. Koffo, a smoked-fish monger at Ibeju lekki. Her husband is a fishnet maker while her son […]
HEALTH BENEFIT OF CONNECTING WITH NATURE
The health benefits of spending time in nature are massive. Some of these benefits relate to our physical health, demonstrating time outside has direct impacts on health measures such as blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. A large part of these benefits has to do with the physical activities that happen in […]
THE BLACK AND WHITE OF TEA BAGS
You would probably be surprised to learn that most tea bags contain up to 25% plastics. The main reason for this is that in order for the tea bags to seal up and keep their shape in hot liquid, a plastic polymer, namely polypropylene, must be added. This is usually so that the tea bag […]