Tetra Park Promotes Health, Sustainability with Community Outreach in Lagos

Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions has reaffirmed its commitment to healthier communities and a more sustainable environment through a large-scale community impact outreach held at Vetland Junior and Senior Grammar School, Agege, Lagos.

The event brought together more than 1,500 participants – including students, teachers, and key stakeholder partners – for a full day of activities dedicated to health, wellness, and environmental responsibility.

The initiative is part of Tetra Pak’s Better with Carton campaign, launched in 2023 to champion sustainability and promote healthier communities through responsible and innovative packaging solutions.

By connecting environmental stewardship with community well-being, the company continues to demonstrate that sustainable practices directly support healthier lives and a cleaner future.

Participants engaged in a range of impactful activities, including environmental cleanup across the school premises, free medical check-ups, health education sessions, aerobics routines, and a lively dance competition—all designed to foster engagement, learning, and wellness.

The Managing Director, Tetra Pak West Africa, Haithem Debbiche, “At Tetra Pak, we believe in protecting what’s good. This outreach is more than a wellness campaign; it is a platform to empower young people with knowledge on sustainability. Sustainability is at the core of our business, and collaborations like this enable us to build healthier lives, empower the next generation, and strengthen food systems for the future.”

Principal, Vetland Senior Grammar School, Dr. Maria Eko, expressed appreciation for the partnership, noting the school’s strong sustainability culture.

“We actively engage in recycling, so this synergy with Tetra Pak is very valuable to us. We feel honoured to be selected from the many schools in Lagos, and we believe this collaboration will inspire our learners and reinforce our commitment to a cleaner environment.”

Representing the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Education District I, Agege, Ms. Abiodun Adenaike, praised the outreach, describing it as aligned with the district’s mission to promote not just academic excellence but values that support health and environmental responsibility.

Executive Director, Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance, (FBRA), Ms Agharese Onaghise, emphasized the importance of engaging young people:

“Children are the future, and by empowering them as Eco Heroes and sustainability ambassadors, we secure the future of our ecosystem. We appreciate Tetra Pak for leading such impactful initiatives.”

Similarly, Head of LAWMA Academy, Bola Adewunmi, commended Tetra Pak’s leadership in waste management and sustainability advocacy.

“Tetra Pak remains a front-runner in sector-wide sustainability initiatives. This outreach is a strong demonstration of their commitment to creating lasting impact,” she said.

With over 1,500 participants in attendance, the outreach underscores Tetra Pak’s dedication to improving community well-being while advancing its global mission of delivering safe food, driving economic growth, and strengthening its sustainability value chain.

Through initiatives like this, Tetra Pak continues to promote health, environmental consciousness, and social impact across West Africa.

Tetra Pak is a world-leading food processing and packaging solutions company. With a commitment to making food safe and available everywhere. The company works closely with customers and suppliers and is powered by more than 24,000 dedicated employees worldwide to provide safe, innovative, and environmentally sound products. Tetra Pak’s sustainable approach drives the company to protect food, people, and the planet.