SBC’s Green Skills Bootcamp Empowers Young Environmental Innovators

Mary Nnah

In a bold move to tackle environmental challenges and promote sustainability, Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC) recently hosted its 2025 Green Skills Bootcamp in Lagos, Nigeria.

The programme brought together students, educators, environmental advocates, and government representatives to showcase innovative solutions to plastic waste pollution.

SBC’s commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility is evident in its efforts to empower young leaders and drive positive environmental change in Nigeria.

The bootcamp, which was part of SBC’s 2025 Sustainability Week, saw 36 students from 18 shortlisted schools participate in a comprehensive program designed to enhance their upcycling and entrepreneurial skills.

The students showcased creative products made from recycled materials, demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability.

SBC’s Managing Director, Sari El-Khalil, praised the students’ ingenuity, saying, “Your ideas today can shape a better world tomorrow.”

The bootcamp provided students with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in environmental sustainability, recycling, and green innovation.

Each participant received a comprehensive recycling toolkit to support their learning. Lovelyn Okoye, SBC’s Head of Sustainability, emphasized that the program aims to translate environmental awareness into action, equipping students with the tools to drive sustainability in their communities.

The programme has received accolades from partner organisations, including LAWMA Academy and the Society for Corporate Governance, who commended SBC’s leadership in youth-focused environmental education.

Dr. (Mrs.) Bola Adewunmi, Deputy Director of LAWMA Academy, praised SBC’s commitment to empowering young people through sustainability training and shared inspiring examples of students turning waste into value.

Dr. Tola Bamigbaiye, Chief Operating Officer of the Society for Corporate Governance, lauded SBC’s role in nurturing future leaders and encouraged students to view sustainability as both a responsibility and an opportunity for community impact.

A team from Yaba College of Technology further reinforced the program’s practical impact by showcasing a smokeless cooking solution made from agricultural waste, underscoring the potential of homegrown clean-energy solutions.

Teachers from the participating schools, who supported the students throughout the program, were recognized with certificates of recognition and gift items in appreciation of their commitment to environmental education and mentorship.

SBC’s commitment to corporate social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and youth development is evident in its efforts to empower young environmental innovators.

By providing a platform for young people to showcase their talents and creativity, SBC is investing in Nigeria’s future and promoting a more sustainable tomorrow.

As Nkemdirim Agboti, Head of Function, Legal and Corporate Affairs, noted, “At Seven-Up Bottling Company, we believe that nurturing environmentally conscious young leaders is one of the most powerful investments we can make in Nigeria’s future.”

With its Green Skills Bootcamp, SBC is shaping the next generation of environmental leaders and driving positive change in Nigeria.