part of its continuous commitment to environmental responsibility, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has launched the pilot of its paper-based biodegradable eco-friendly subscriber identity module (SIM) cards, in line with its Project Zero goals which seek to reduce GHG emissions and achieve net zero emissions by 2040.
Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, MTN Nigeria, Tobe Okigbo, said the unveiling of the eco-friendly SIM was part of MTN’ s dedication to reducing waste, supporting local Nigerian Vendors and integrating sustainability into business operations.
The biodegradable paper-based SIM card is safer for the environment, as it supports the management of products throughout their lifecycle in a manner that promotes circularity and reduces waste.
Also, the gradual elimination of plastic-based SIM cards helps the company make a huge contribution to plastic pollution prevention, showing its commitment to continuously exploring ways to integrate sustainable practices into its operations.
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This initiative, driven through a local supplier, reflects MTN’s commitment to empowering local businesses and boosting economic growth through sustainable partnerships.
Okigbo, said: “Our new eco-friendly SIM cards represent part of our continuous commitment to environmental responsibility, as well as our dedication to reducing waste, supporting local Nigerian vendors and integrating sustainability into business operations as well as the daily lives of the people.”
Also speaking, General Manager, Sustainability and Shared Value, Adekemi Adisa, said: “Our people and the environment where they live drives the innovative measures we take. The launch of our recyclable SIM cards embodies our commitment to sustainability, encouraging our customers to make eco-friendly choices, reducing waste and paving the way for a more environmentally conscious future for Nigerians.”
This move aligns with MTN’s promise to ‘Doing for the Planet’, prioritizing eco-responsibility and minimizing the company’s environmental footprint through responsible and sustainable waste management practices. As a pilot, these eco-friendly SIM cards are available in selected MTN stores in Lagos and Abuja.