The Rural Women Energy Security (RUWES) Initiative Nigeria joined government institutions, development partners, private-sector representatives, civil society organisations and other environmental stakeholders to commemorate World Ozone Day 2026 on 16 September in Abuja.
Held at the Green Building Conference Hall, Maitama, under the theme “Global Action for a Cooler Planet,” the celebration also marked 10 years of sustainable cooling under the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, highlighting the importance of protecting the ozone layer and advancing environmentally sustainable cooling solutions.
The event featured goodwill messages from key stakeholders, environmental awareness presentations, a spoken-word performance by students of Army Day Secondary School, Asokoro, and a quiz competition that encouraged young people to deepen their understanding of ozone protection and environmental sustainability.
RUWES’ participation reflects its commitment to promoting environmental protection, climate action and women’s leadership in sustainable development. Through its initiatives in clean cooking, biomass production, waste management, circular economy and climate-smart agriculture, the organisation continues to support practical solutions that improve livelihoods and strengthen environmental resilience in rural and peri-urban communities.
RUWES’ involvement in the celebration builds on its achievement at the 2025 World Ozone Day commemoration, where the organisation received the Green Cooling Women Initiative Award in recognition of its contribution to advancing women’s participation in sustainable cooling and environmental action.
As global attention continues to focus on climate change and environmental sustainability, RUWES remains committed to ensuring that rural and peri-urban women are recognised as active participants and leaders in developing community-driven solutions for a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable planet.
