NIPCO Plc, an integrated downstream took its campaign for greater utilisation of the country’s vast gas resources especially liquefied petroleum gas, LPG popularly referred to as cooking gas to another level with the presentation of its branded cylinders in different sizes to the delight of potential users.

The three sizes showcased at an exhibition organised by the Federal Ministry of Environment ,Lagos office on the occasion of World Environment Day, WED, celebrations held at the zonal office ,Surulere include 12.5kg , 6kg and 3kg cylinders , its accessories and gas stoves  with the ultimate objective of improving access  by the populace .

The  2013 WED event with the theme: “Think-Eat-Save”, is the biggest and most widely celebrated global day for positive environmental action, and was co-sponsored by NIPCO as part of its efforts at deepening gas usage as domestic cooking  fuel over other unwholesome fuels attracted people from all walks of life

The 6kg & 3kg with its accompanying camping stove was the delight of participants at the event, as it effectively fits into the purchasing power of a larger percentage of the populace.

The company’s objective in this regard is to provide a more pocket friendly cylinder and gas stove that can be affordable especially to the low income bracket and petty traders across the country.

In a goodwill message, NIPCO Managing Director, Mr Venkataraman Venkatapathy, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable environment and housekeeping in all its operation across the country.

He said the organisation’s support for positive environmental action like the annual celebration of WED is in line with its overall mission of providing quality services in petroleum product handling in a safe and friendly environment

He noted that the company not only ensures effective gas usage as source of energy, but also promotes greater use by motorist and other users across the country through its plethora of actions targeted at deepening gas utilisation.

Speaking through the Corporate Affairs Manager, Alhaji Lawal Taofeek, he said, NIPCO, which had been a consistent partner in the WED celebrations in the past five years also used the forum to unveil the Lukoil brand of lubricants being marketed by the company

The Federal Controller of Environment, Mr Adeyemi Adefule, who stood in for the Minister, Hadiza Ibrahim  Mailafia, commended the role of NIPCO, as a partner in spreading the gospel of good environment upkeep for the past five years noting that their support is exemplary.