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In a significant move to promote environmental sustainability and public health, the Abia State Government has announced a comprehensive ban on the hazardous practice of roasting meat with burning tyres. This decision marks a major milestone in the state's efforts to modernize waste management and protect the health of its residents.
According to a statement made by the General Manager of the Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA), Mr. Ogbonnaya Okereke, the ban on tyre-burning for meat processing is part of a broader initiative to introduce a safer and more eco-friendly biogas technology. The biogas project, which is currently being piloted in renovated abattoirs at Lokpanta and Uzuakoli, utilizes biogas derived from animal waste to process hides, popularly known as "kanda" or "kpomo".
The traditional method of tyre-burning for meat processing has been linked to numerous health risks, including respiratory problems and cancer. The Abia State Government's decision to adopt biogas technology is expected to significantly reduce these health risks and promote a cleaner environment.
Mr. Okereke explained that the biogas technology is a game-changer for the state's waste management system, as it provides a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for processing animal waste. The biogas project is also expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote a cleaner environment.
The Abia State Government's initiative has been welcomed by residents, who are expected to benefit from the improved waste management system and reduced health risks. The government's commitment to environmental sustainability and public health is evident in its efforts to modernize waste management and promote eco-friendly practices.
The ban on tyre-burning for meat processing is a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability and protecting the health of residents. The Abia State Government's decision to adopt biogas technology is a welcome development, and residents are expected to benefit from the improved waste management system and reduced health risks.
The biogas technology has numerous benefits, including: Reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable and eco-friendly solution for processing animal waste. Improved waste management system. Reduced health risks associated with tyre-burning. Promotion of environmental sustainability
The Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA) has been at the forefront of the state's efforts to promote environmental sustainability and public health. The agency's efforts to modernize waste management and promote eco-friendly practices have been instrumental in shaping the state's environmental policies.
The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reiterated his commitment to promoting environmental sustainability and public health. The governor's leadership has been instrumental in driving the state's efforts to modernize waste management and promote eco-friendly practices.
The Abia State Government's initiative to ban tyre-burning for meat processing and introduce biogas technology is a significant step towards promoting environmental sustainability and protecting the health of residents. The government's commitment to environmental sustainability and public health is evident in its efforts to modernize waste management and promote eco-friendly practices.
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