🌍 NAWEC Builds Capacity on Environmental Protection
On 10–11 December 2025, NAWEC, in collaboration with its development partners—the French Foundation for Environmental Management (FFEM), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)—successfully concluded a two-day capacity building workshop at the African Princess Hotel.
The training was coordinated by NAWEC’s Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Department as part of the ongoing PCB/uPOPs Management Plan. It brought together key stakeholders including the National Environment Agency (NEA), the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), and NAWEC electricity contractors.
🔹 Focus of the Workshop
The sessions raised awareness on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), specifically Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and unintentional POPs (uPOPs). Participants explored best practices for:
- Safe management of hazardous chemicals
- Environmentally sound disposal methods
- Compliance with international standards under the Stockholm Convention
🔹 Commitment to Sustainability
This initiative underscores NAWEC’s continued dedication to:
- Protecting the environment and public health
- Strengthening institutional capacity
- Reinforcing partnerships with national and international stakeholders
- Promoting sustainable and responsible energy sector practices in The Gambia
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