Green Guard and AVC Launch Liberia’s Landmark Waste-to-Energy Project Carbon Capture and Clean Power.
By Edwin N Khakie
CROZERVILLE TOWNSHIP, LIBERIA —Green Guard Eco Solution Incorporated, in partnership with Philippines-based Alterna Verde Corporation (AVC), has launched the Liberia Resource Recovery Carbon Capture Waste-to-Energy Project.
The ceremony, held on May 5 in Crozerville Township, Montserrado County, marks Liberia’s first major effort to convert waste into energy while capturing harmful carbon emissions.
The event was attended by high-ranking government officials, local leaders, executives from Green Guard and AVC, and international environmental representatives. The project is expected to tackle Liberia’s growing waste challenges and supply renewable electricity to the national grid.
“This project is more than a waste management solution—it’s a beacon of sustainable development for Liberia,” said Mr. Edward W. Karfiah, CEO of Green Guard Eco Solution Incorporated. “We are proud to collaborate with Alterna Verde to bring cutting-edge carbon capture and energy recovery technology to West Africa.”
Dr. Nervy C. Santiago, representing AVC, echoed this vision. “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to a cleaner, more resilient future. By transforming waste into a resource, we address climate change while driving economic growth.”
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung, Mr. Prince Menkalo Gbieu, Chief of Staff at the Office of the Vice President, hailed the project as a national milestone.
“Today marks a crucial step toward a cleaner, sustainable Liberia. This initiative aligns with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s ARREST Agenda, focusing on sustainable resource management and environmental protection,” he said.
Mr. Gbieu highlighted the urgent need for effective waste management in Monrovia and other cities, calling for a firm public-private partnership to address the issue.
“If we do not act now, mismanaged waste will lead to environmental degradation, health risks, and lost economic opportunities,” he warned. “This partnership will transform waste from a burden into a valuable resource, creating jobs and generating energy.”
He underscored the importance of carbon capture technology in Liberia’s environmental strategy.
“Investing in carbon capture not only cleans our atmosphere but strengthens our energy sector. This project brings us closer to global climate goals while supporting local development.”
Other prominent speakers included Deputy Finance and Development Planning Minister Tanneh G. Brunson; Monrovia City Mayor Hon. John Charuk Siafa; Montserrado County Superintendent Whroway Bryant; and the Managing Director of the Liberia Water and Sewer Corporation (LWSC) Hon. Mohamed Ali, each expressing support for the project and emphasizing its environmental and economic benefits.
The Liberia Resource Recovery Project will include advanced waste segregation, anaerobic digestion, and carbon capture systems. The facility is designed to divert large volumes of waste from landfills, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and supply clean electricity to thousands of Liberian households. It is also expected to create new employment opportunities in Montserrado County and beyond.
Construction is slated for completion within 24 months, with the plant expected to become operational by late 2027. This initiative represents a significant step toward achieving Liberia’s climate action goals and joining the global transition to a circular economy.
