Atmosfair Climates & Sustainability, the makers of the innovative Save 80 Energy Efficient Clean Cook Stove, has reinforced its commitment to sustainable community development by donating solar-powered boreholes to three local communities in Kano, Jigawa, and Yobe States. This generous initiative, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW), aims to address the acute shortage of clean drinking water in these areas.
The benefiting communities include Nayi Nawa Bukka Shida in Nguru Local Government, Yobe State; Dan Tanoma Village in Gumel Local Government, Jigawa State; and Massalacin Juma’a Y’an Garki in Dakata, Nasarawa Local Government, Kano State.
The solar-powered boreholes are intended to provide a reliable and eco-friendly source of clean water, mitigating the risks associated with water-borne diseases. By addressing water scarcity, Atmosfair is also helping to reduce the time women and children spend collecting water from distant sources, thus allowing more time for education and economic activities. This initiative aligns with the NGO’s mission to promote environmental sustainability, improve health, and empower local communities.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Alhaji Abdurahman Bawa, Director of Government Relations at Atmosfair Climates and Sustainability, highlighted the donation as part of the company’s broader corporate social responsibility commitment. “By harnessing solar energy, this project not only provides clean water to humans and animals but also promotes the use of renewable energy, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change,” Bawa stated.
According to Bawa, “At the local level, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Access to clean water is a basic human right, and we are proud to support the communities with this solar-powered borehole,” he added.
Community leaders, including Alhaji Lawan Ya’u Abdullahi, Chairman of Gumel Local Government, Jigawa State, expressed their gratitude and praised the two agencies for their dedication to community development. He urged his community members to take proper care of the project and emphasized the importance of sustainable solutions for long-term benefits. “The solar-powered borehole will make a huge difference to our daily lives, providing easy access to clean water,” Lawan added.
In his address to the communities, Engr. Ahmed Bagudo, Director of Forestry and Land Management at the National Agency for the Great Green Wall, introduced a climate-friendly cook stove as part of efforts to curb deforestation and protect women from the health implications of over-dependence on firewood. “We cook in our homes daily, and the methods we use to cook affect our health due to smoke inhalation and environmental pollution,” Bagudo explained.
Engr. Orezi Emeotu, Policy Manager, and Engr. Abdulrasheed Ahamad Imam, Sales and Business Development Manager for Atmosfair Climates and Sustainability, explained that the cook stove, a product of Atmosfair, is being produced by its Nigerian subsidiary. Atmosfair, a non-profit organization, actively contributes to CO2 mitigation by promoting, developing, and financing renewable energies.
This donation exemplifies Atmosfair’s holistic approach to climate change mitigation and adaptation, demonstrating its dedication to creating a healthier, more resilient future for vulnerable communities.
