The programme, which is organised through the partnership of the Financial Centre for Sustainability, Lagos and the Nigeria Climate Innovation Center (NCIC), is sponsored by IHS, one of the largest independent owners, operators and developers of shared communication infrastructure in the world and FMDQ Group Africa’s foremost vertically integrated financial market infrastructure group.

The partners/sponsors are excited to announce the second edition of this epochal event coming on the heels of the awards received at the SERAs Awards in December 2022.

At the event, IHS (Nigeria) Limited won multiple awards for its contributions to sustainability. In particular, it emerged along with FMDQ Group among the top six companies in Africa for Best Company in Water & Sanitation.

This year’s WASH Innovation Fair event is the second in the series, with the first WASH Innovation Fair held on November 22, 2021, and is themed Innovating for Sustainable Growth in WASH Sector.

As in the first edition, the focus is on identifying SMEs with innovative ideas in the WASH Sector.

However, IHS (Nigeria) Limited and its partners will be supporting the top five (5) SMEs with technical, commercial and business advice to enable them to take their innovative ideas from initiation to market entry. At the end of the Incubation Programme, the five (5) winners will receive a cash prize of N3.5 million each.

The process involves a Call for Entry for a Hackathon that will culminate in selecting the top five (5) winners with the smartest and most practical ideas fit for implementation.

Overall, the event aims to contribute to the drive by the Federal Government of Nigeria to end open defecation by 2025 and to make clean water and sanitation readily available to all Nigerians in line with Goal 6 of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Other attractions during the 2023 event, which commenced March 3, 2023, includes a Roundtable Session, which will hold on April 27, 2023 and a four (4) months incubation programme to assist the winners in implementing their winning ideas.

At the roundtable session, subject matter experts, key industry players, development partners and C-suite executives and local/international financing partners will deliberate on the vexing issues limiting the growth of the sector and key strategies for exploiting the estimated $21 billion opportunities identified last year at the World Toilet Summit by stakeholders

“We are thrilled to be partnering with NCIC and IHS (Nigeria) Limited once again to support the fight against open defecation and improve access to clean water and sanitation facilities,” said Mr Emmanuel Etaderhi, Executive Secretary, FC4S Lagos.

“The WASH Innovation Fair is a unique opportunity to drive innovation and create positive change in the water sector while promoting handwashing habits. Sectors experience progressive growths when innovation is allowed to thrive. We are thrilled that the project aims to scale the innovative ideas in the WASH sector just like we have been doing at NCIC for other cleantech sectors.” Oluwatosin Ajide, Programs Manager, Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre.

IHS Towers is one of the largest independent owners, operators, and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world, and sustainability is at the heart of IHS’ business.

The company aims to positively impact the communities and the people where it operates, focusing on its four pillars of ethics and governance, environment and climate change, people and communities, and education and economic growth.

It is a major sponsor of the FC4S/NCIC WASH Innovation Fair and Behavioral Change Campaigns.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the fight against open defecation and promote innovation in Nigeria!

Highly evolved and well-regarded around the globe, LG’s inverter tech significantly boosts energy efficiency and performance. Energy efficient air conditioners are becoming more common across the globe, driven by rising electricity costs and eco-friendly consumers.

What do the Consumers Want?

It is natural that customers want an Air conditioner that has three main compositions – Comfort Function, Convenient Installation and Easy Maintenance.

These compositions are summarized as; Less Energy Consumption, Powerful Performance, Durability, Less Noise and Hygiene.

On the contrary, if the product is too difficult to install or is inconvenient to manage, it will cause inconvenience to customers.

LG Electronics is one of the companies at the forefront of the next generation of innovative Residential Air Conditioning (RAC).

LG has prioritized earth environment preservation, sustainable social advancement, and improved the quality of life of all its stakeholders over the last 20 years with a vision to create differentiated customer value.

Outstanding Performance via DUAL Inverter Compressor

“Energy efficiency is one of the key parameters for consumers while making purchasing decisions for air conditioners. The LG Dual Inverter AC series combines design innovation with advances in technology to deliver an optimal cooling performance. This holistic approach to product design has resulted in increased power efficiency and an abundance of smart features that enhance the air conditioning experience.

Employing LG’s DUAL Inverter Compressor, LG air conditioners consume 70 percent less electricity and cool 40 percent faster than non-inverter models.

Additionally, LG’s industry-leading compressor technology ensures a near-silent performance that allows users to enjoy a more relaxing and pleasant indoor environment.

Noted for its durability and reliability, the DUAL Inverter Compressor comes guaranteed by a 10-year warranty.

The Dual Inverter Compressor motor has a wide rotational frequency and a higher speed cooling range than a conventional compressor, allowing the Air Conditioner to cool more quickly, last longer and run more quietly.

So no matter how high the temperature, the Air Conditioner distributes cool air immediately to every corner in the room. The unit has a larger skew fan which expels powerful blasts of air through its large outlet, optimally designed to fill spaces with cool air faster and farther.

Due to their twin rotor, there is a faster cooling at a wider operating frequency or ‘broader tonnage’. Hence, dual inverter offer better cooling in terms of precision in temperature control due to variable tonnage and speed of cooling.

“We understand the importance of reducing energy consumption for Nigerian consumers, and we’ve designed our latest energy efficient air conditioners to drastically reduce energy intake.” said Mr. Jung June Yoon, General Manager, Air Solution LG Electronics West African Operations.

He added: “In 2022, LG will continue focusing on developing innovative products with an emphasis on creating value for our consumers.” And in this first quarter, we would be launching the third generation of Gencool Air Conditioners in Nigeria.

Unlike traditional air conditioners that require a large generator to start due to their high start-up electric power, LG’s GEN COOL air conditioner can be started with smaller generators thanks to LG’s unique inverter technology. According to LG, 1HP AC requires a 0.7KVA generator, 1.5 HP requires 0.9KVA, and 2HP requires 1.5 KVA.

As a result, the LG GEN COOL Air Conditioner includes the GEN Mode, which enables the use of a small capacity generator in locations where electric supply is insufficient, obviating the need for a larger generator. As a result, you can reduce initial electric requirements by using the AC’s GEN Mode option.

The LG Artcool Air Conditioner – Perfect Partner For Perfect Health Care

Equipped with an array of smart features and gorgeous sleek designs, the latest ARTCOOL models offer power and performance while also serving as stylish additions to any modern living space. An expanded range comprising various capacities presents more choice to satisfy LG’s ever-expanding customer base in Nigeria.

While it comforts your home in style it also acts as the perfect partner for perfect health care. The LG Artcool White Inverter range comes standard with the Plasma Ionizer plus, Antibacterial Air Filter and Plasmaster Auto Cleaning function.

LG’s latest line-up of LG Artcool air conditioners outstanding with the UVnano technology available in LG Dual-Cool models can eliminate germs caused by moisture. Bacteria and viruses Up to 99.99 percent of the body and impeller are certified by TUV Rheinland, the world’s leading independent inspection service.

The powerful Plasma Ionizer protects you from odors and harmful substances in the air with over 3 million ions to sterilize not only the air passing through the air-conditioner, but also surrounding surfaces for a safer, cleaner environment. Ionizer has been proven to sterilize over 99% of adhering bacteria within 60 minutes. (Sterilize Escherichia coli over 99.9% in 30 min and Staphylococcus aureus over 99.6% in 60 min).

With an antibacterial Air Filter as the first line of defense, it is designed to capture and eliminate dust particles and bacteria from various sources.

Keeping itself clean from the inside has never been easier. The interior of the air-conditioner is maintained by drying off the heat ex-changer, then sterilizing the interior once more with the Plasmaster ions to eliminate unwanted mold and odors.

In combining these three features, the LG ArtCool Air-conditioner helps to combat allergies, asthma and air borne viruses making it perfect for keeping your home healthy and keeping it comfortable at all times.

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“We are excited to bring LG’s revolutionary UVnano technology to the Nigeria market. These superior technologies and comprehensive features promise to bring new and clean air quality to every household. It also provides excellent value for resources and energy conservation, something Nigerians are looking for. Our new line of air conditioners distinguishes us as one of the brand capable of removing germs from humidity, bacteria, and viruses that could spread through the air.” Mr. Yoon, said

With LG’s ThinQ (formerly SmartThinQ) app for smartphones, users can easily control their ARTCOOL from any location.

The convenient app allows each member of the household to personalize the user experience, giving them the ability to choose and save their preferred temperature and mode settings.

In addition, the ARTCOOL lineup features SmartDiagnosis, which sends helpful notifications via smartphone and offers support for a wide range of technical issues to make troubleshooting quick and simple.