According to ghana web:ccording to Ghana Web, Quayson highlighted the support available from the Circular Economy Office to aid young people in achieving meaningful transformation. This includes leveraging the value chain of plastic waste materials to foster a clean environment. He assured attendees of the office's commitment, particularly to the youth interested in waste prevention and business creation, offering technical assistance to develop innovative ideas into profitable ventures.
Quayson also noted the vital role of the circular economy in supporting enterprises across sectors such as agriculture and textiles, stressing the importance of technical universities in promoting its success. Encouraging the youth to drive positive change, he affirmed that the Circular Economy Office at Ho Technical University (HTU) remains dedicated to this mission.
Desmond Anokye Ntim, CEO of Deecom Nutrifood Limited, shared insights on innovation and product development, underscoring the discipline and resilience required. Ntim's business, which adds value to agricultural products like soybeans, demonstrates the potential of transforming waste into useful products, such as protein-rich animal feed. This approach aligns with the circular economy's challenge to rethink waste as a resource, moving away from the 'use and dispose of' model.
The event, implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and sponsored by Global Affairs Canada, focused on the theme: 'Youth Shaping Ghana's Circular Economy: From Ideas to Action.'