Historic Cologne Cathedral Glows Greener With New LED Lights

Cologne Cathedral will shine in a new, energy-efficient light from Sunday evening, as more than 700 LED lamps replace the halogen lights that previously illuminated the landmark from surrounding rooftops. The new lighting, most of which is now affixed directly…

Adaptation Fund Board Approves Record US$ 137 Million in New Projects; Doubles Country Cap to US$ 40 Million

In a set of milestone decisions at its 44th meeting, the Adaptation Fund (AF) Board approved over US$ 137 million in new projects – a new record that eclipsed the US$ 100 million mark in a single Board meeting for…

Lawma Tells Markets To Take Charge Of Their Waste

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has organised a sensitisation workshop, for traders at its headquarters, Ijora-Olopa, during which it admonished markets in the state to take charge of the waste generated by them . Themed “Hygienic Environment, Responsibility of…

Kenya’s Green Finance Taxonomy Published – Legal Developments and Strategic Considerations

Christina Nduba-Banja, Yusra Butt and Nduta Muhindi Following the issuance of the draft Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy in March 2024 (draft KGFT), the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has published the first edition of the Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy (Taxonomy).…

Lagos Targets 6GW Power Boost By 2028, 38M Tonnes Carbon Emissions Cut — Ogunleye Declares State Open for Business

Against the backdrop of the opening ceremony on Day 1 of the ongoing Lagos Energy Summit 2025, a wave of bold declarations, sobering data, and transformative ambitions were unveiled — positioning Lagos as not only Nigeria’s commercial capital but also…

Sanwo-Olu Champions Bold Vision for Clean, Inclusive, and Reliable Energy Future at Lagos Energy Summit – Targets 6GW in Three years

* Laments Deficiency in Energy Availability In a rousing address at the Lagos Energy Summit, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu laid out a bold and ambitious vision for a future powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy,…

LASG Demonstrates Commitment To Promoting Renewable Energy Initiatives

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has expressed his administration’s commitment to promoting renewable energy initiatives, particularly in the electricity sector, to boost economic activities within Lagos State. The Governor made this commitment on Monday at the Roundtable Meeting…

Kenyon International Demonstrates Dedication to Young Talent Development in Africa’s Energy Sector

Kenyon International West Africa Company Limited, a leading oil and gas services company has reinforced its commitment to nurturing Africa’s next generation of energy professionals through its active participation in the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Africa Annual Student Congress…

NLNG, Bank of Industry Reintroduces Micro-Credit Scheme to Drive Grassroots Economic Empowerment

In a renewed commitment to grassroots development and sustainability, Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), in partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI), has reintroduced its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Scheme to empower local businesses within its host communities and…

LASG To Vendors, Waste Workers – “Act As Hygiene Ambassadors In Your Communities”

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday urged Informal food/water vendors and waste workers to act as hygiene ambassadors within their communities by sensitizing residents about cholera prevention while advocating for improved sanitation infrastructure and policy enforcement. The Governor…

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