Rwanda National Police, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (IRST) to collaborate in areas of biodiesel production.
Both institutions will work on how marketing, research and to share expertise in biodiesel.
The event held at the Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre (MIC) was presided over by the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Stanley Nsabimana.
Nsabimana observed that environmental degradation and climate change have been recognized as being one of the barriers to achieving sustainable development.
He said that RNP had already started working with IRST in various researches and training activities, especially those ones related to biodiesel project and health safety.
He stated that a number of achievements, including development of renewable fuels, environmental protection and human health, will be attained as a result of the continued partnership between the two institutions.
The Director General of IRST Dr. Jean Batiste Nduwayezu lauded RNP for facilitating the establishment of the agreement and its valuable support and assistance during various tests on performance of biodiesel in diesel- driven engines.
He, however, pointed out the need to further establish more strong collaborative linkages in order to significantly contribute to the improvement of both environmental and socio- economic conditions of Rwandans.
“Collaboration will mainly focus on Biodiesel research, production and marketing, environmental protection, pollution control and human health safety,” Nduwayezu said.
Currently, IRST produces 2,000 liters of biodiesel every day.
Nduwayezu also said IRST developed a business plan for Rwanda to sustain herself in biodiesel production by the year 2025.
The event was also attended by the mayor of Burera District, Samuel Sembagare, several researchers and academicians.
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