The World Future Council has announced a shortlist of eight policies from 4 continents that are final contenders for the 2023 Future Policy Award. This was after receiving a total of forty policies from five (5) continents in response to…
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US climate envoy Kerry visits China to restart climate talks
Bilateral China-US talks could set the tone for the COP28 UN climate summit in November. China’s manufacturing-led economy produces the most carbon emissions and Beijing has increased its commitment to coal power. US climate envoy John Kerry arrived in China on…
80% of Africa’s people facing hunger due to conflict
The World Food Security and Nutrition Report has stated that over 80percent of people suffering from food security live in conflict ravaged locations. The recently released report by the International Committee of the Red Cross paints an extremely uncomfortable picture…
Vince Trovato joins African Energy Chamber (AEC) as Board Member
An international business consultant with a focus on energy projects in emerging markets, Vince Trovato joins the African Energy Chamber as its newest Board Member The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org), the voice of Africa energy sector, is proud to…
CSOs embark on community advocacy on emission reduction at Egor
A Consortium of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have embarked on a community advocacy campaign on net-zero emissions reduction aimed at mitigating the impact of climate change in Nigeria Newsmen reports that the CSOs; Connected Advocacy, 21st Century Issues, and International…
IMO revise their GHG strategy in ambition to reach net zero GHG emissions from shipping by 2050
The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) saw member states of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) agree to adopt the 2023 IMO strategy on the reduction of GHG emissions from ships, to mitigate harmful emissions. The revised IMO GHG Strategy focuses…
Emeren Group Joins the United Nations Global Compact
Emeren Group Ltd, a leading global solar project developer, owner, and operator, is pleased to announce its membership in the United Nations (UN) Global Compact, the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world. The Global Compact serves as a voluntary…
IRENA Unveils New Initiative to Accelerate Youth-led Renewable Energy Projects and Start-ups
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today launched a new initiative, the IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen), aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs and innovators in driving the renewable energy transition. NewGen will provide capacity building, mentorship and other resources to…
BSN celebrates National Bible Day, to pray for country’s transition
The Bible Society of Nigeria (BSN) says the 2023 National Bible Day slated for May 5 will be used to pray for the country’s transition to another regime and God’s gift to humanity. This is contained in a statement signed…
Climate: Natural capital, an option for African governments to finance Sustainable Development Goals
The continent contributes substantially to the world’s annual production of six key minerals: 80% of platinum, 77% of cobalt, 51% of manganese, 46% of diamonds, 39% of chromium and 22% of gold Africa must use all its comparative advantages to…
