By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Nyankrom
The Board Chairman of Zeal Environmental Technologies Limited (an integrated waste management company), Kwaku Ennin, has identified human capital development as the most critical investment for sustaining business growth and building resilience in Ghana’s environmental and industrial services sector.
According to him, while companies continue to invest heavily in infrastructure and equipment, the success of such investments ultimately depends on the competence and commitment of the people managing them.
“I strongly believe in investing in people. You can spend millions of dollars on equipment, but without the right human resources to manage those assets the investment will not deliver the desired results,” he said.
Mr. Ennin made these remarks during a visit by staff by Tullow Oil Ghana to Zeal Environmental Technologies’ waste treatment facility at Nyankrom in the Shama municipality of Western Region.
The visit was to deepen Tullow staff’s understanding of how waste generated from the company’s operation is treated, managed and disposed of to protect the environment.
He pointed out that employees are the greatest asset of a company and therefore should be given the training needed for adding value to themselves. Mr. Ennin therefore urged Tullow’s staff to serve as ambassadors of the organisation by upholding its values and commitment to excellence.
He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to innovation, environmental stewardship and workforce development, stressing that Zeal’s long-term growth strategy will continue to be anchored on people, sustainability and operational excellence.
He also expressed appreciation to clients, partners and employees for their continued confidence in the company, noting that their support has been instrumental in its growth and success over the years.
Jude Burton, Plant Manager of Zeal Environmental, explained that the visit was aimed at helping Tullow staff to appreciate the technical, engineering and environmental principles involved in industrial waste management.
According to him, waste management goes beyond the collection and disposal of waste and involves sophisticated treatment processes designed to minimise environmental impacts and ensure regulatory compliance.
“This is an opportunity for us to explain the processes involved in managing waste and help clients understand what happens to the waste generated from their operations after it leaves their facilities,” he said.
Mr. Burton warned that improper disposal of industrial waste can pose serious threats to public health and ecosystems, particularly when hazardous substances are released into water-bodies or the atmosphere without adequate treatment.
He noted that untreated waste can adversely affect aquatic life and contribute to environmental degradation, making responsible waste management essential for sustainable industrial operations.
The Plant Manager disclosed that Zeal Environmental Technologies manages a significant volume of waste generated by Ghana’s offshore oil and gas industry, including waste from offshore installations, supply vessels and onshore facilities.
He added that the company continues to invest in systems, technology and expertise to ensure both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams are handled in accordance with environmental standards.
He commended Tullow Ghana and other long-standing clients for prioritising responsible environmental practices and entrusting Zeal Environmental with the management of their waste streams over the years.
“Our objective goes beyond making profit. We are committed to protecting the environment while enabling our clients to focus on their core operations without concerns about how their waste is handled,” he said.
He also assured clients that the company will continue to uphold high standards of environmental compliance, safety and operational excellence.
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