This article by Devi Paulsen-Abbott, CEO of ECP (Energy, Capital & Power) and Chair of AAXO (Association of African Exhibition Organisers) focuses on the how events, exhibitions and other strategic measures are providing options towards energizing Africa’s economic prosperity and sustainability
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EU Commission approves €2.6 billion compensation for German coal exit
The European Commission approved on Monday compensation worth €2.6 billion ($2.8 billion) by the German government for energy provider RWE for the early closure of coal-fired power plants. An investigation has proven that the payments are in line with the…
COP28: Nigerian CSOs Demonstrate Strong Commitment to Climate Action
The first half of COP28 negotiations and events, held from November 30th to December 6. 2023, saw an active and impactful participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from Nigeria. Over the week, Nigerian CSOs actively engaged in about 30 side…
COP 28: Developing nations can learn from Nigeria’s Long Term Emission Development Strategy – Experts
Stakeholders at the ongoing United Nations 28 Conference of Parties on Climate Change has hailed the processes leading to the formulation of Nigeria’s Long Term Emission Strategy with a call for other developing nations to take a cue from it.…
COP 28: Egbetokun, Akpoyibo seek global collaboration for the Nigeria Police Green Initiative
Nigeria Police Green Initiative launched at COP28 Ensures commitment of Security Forces to Nigeria’s Energy Transition The Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, speaking on ‘Saving People with Environment’, at a side event at the ongoing COP28 in…
Nigerian CSOs storm COP28 to advocate for global climate policy
A delegation of Nigerian civil society groups is currently in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), as they look forward to actively participate in this year’s 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention…
COP28: OPEC Fund to expand partnerships and launch new initiatives to strengthen climate resilience and promote global food security
The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is launching new initiatives and strengthening partnerships at the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The OPEC Fund will sign partnership agreements with the International Atomic Energy…
India Energy Week to showcase India’s leadership in navigating the dynamic energy landscape in its second edition
The second edition of India Energy Week (IEW) will be hosted in Goa from February 6th to 9th 2024, by the Federation of Indian Petroleum [FIPI] Industry under the aegis of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. India Energy…
Headfort Foundation marks World Children’s Day at Ikosi school, advocates for children’s rights
As part of activities to mark World Children’s Day, Headfort Foundation has taken advocacy on fundamental Children’s rights to Ikosi Senior High School. Speaking to newsmen at a recent event, the Executive Director of the Foundation, Mrs Oluyemi Orija, said…
Sterling One Foundation Commits to the African Union Year of Education
The Sterling One Foundation has reiterated its commitment to investing in foundational learning and working with the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and partners to boost education in Africa. This commitment was made at the 2023…
