Egbin Power Clinches 2024 Sustainable Company of the Year Award – Reaffirms Industry Leadership

Egbin Power Plc, Nigeria’s largest power generation company, has reaffirmed its industry leadership by winning the Sustainable Development Company of the Year award at the 2024 Energy Times Awards. This prestigious recognition underscores Egbin’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and inclusive growth.

The award celebrates the company’s holistic integration of sustainability into its operations—merging economic advancement with environmental stewardship and meaningful social impact. Organisers of the Energy Times Awards described Egbin Power’s approach as a model blueprint for the future of energy development in Nigeria.

“Egbin has demonstrated what it means to lead with purpose—leveraging innovation, strategic partnerships, and deep community engagement. The company is not just powering homes and industries; it is powering progress by promoting growth, reducing environmental impact, and improving lives,” said the organisers.

Mokhtar Bounour, CEO of Egbin Power, welcomed the recognition as a validation of the company’s enduring mission to lead by example in sustainable energy practices.

“This award reflects the dedication of our team and partners who share in our vision of sustainable transformation. At Egbin, sustainability is not just a goal—it is embedded in everything we do. From our investments to our innovations, we are intentional about creating lasting impact,” he stated.

He further emphasized Egbin’s resolve to inspire industry-wide action:

“Our journey is far from over. We are committed to continuous innovation and to setting new benchmarks for sustainability within Nigeria’s energy ecosystem.”

The Energy Times Awards 2024 convened top stakeholders across the energy value chain, including policymakers, sector leaders, and sustainability advocates, highlighting the importance of the honour bestowed on Egbin.

Driving Sustainability Beyond Power Generation

Egbin Power continues to set the standard in sustainable operations through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies that reduce environmental footprint while enhancing operational efficiency. Key initiatives include:

• Clean Energy Transportation: Introduction of electric scooters, bicycles, and a walk-to-work program to reduce emissions.
• Environmental Conservation: Shoreline clean-up exercises and afforestation campaigns reinforcing the company’s environmental responsibility.

Empowering Communities, Transforming Lives

Beyond its operational excellence, Egbin Power is making a profound social impact through targeted community development programs. Notable interventions include:

• A fully equipped 5-bed ICU donated to General Hospital Ijede.
• Quarterly donations of medication and medical supplies to hospitals and Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs).
• Annual medical outreach programs offering free healthcare services in host communities.
• Solar-powered borehole installations, scholarships, empowerment initiatives, and community football competitions that foster youth development and socio-economic growth.

These efforts reflect Egbin’s broader mission to ensure that its presence directly contributes to the wellbeing and prosperity of its surrounding communities.

Setting the Pace for Sustainable Development

As the global energy conversation shifts towards sustainability, Egbin Power is positioning itself not just as a power producer, but as a catalyst for responsible development. Through consistent innovation and impactful CSR programs, the company is establishing itself as a benchmark for sustainability in Nigeria and across the region.

The Energy Times Awards annually celebrates excellence in Nigeria’s energy sector, recognizing organisations and individuals who drive progress, transformation, and innovation. Egbin’s latest recognition affirms its role as a leader and a changemaker in the evolving energy landscape.