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Manufacturing Renewable Energy Technologies Locally; Insights from African Youths and Innovators
I recently held an audio event discussing the challenges and opportunities with locally manufacturing of renewable energy technology in Africa. It was an engaging conversation with 44 registered attendees and 14 active participants, all passionate about Africa’s energy future. Participants came from 6 African countries with Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana mostly represented. Renewable energy presents […]
Africa’s Renewable Energy Revolution: Will the Continent Lead or Lag in Clean Technology Manufacturing?
Image source: RETTI Energy Innovations Africa stands at a critical juncture where it can either continue as an importer of renewable energy technologies or take bold steps to become a global player in their production. Potential and Opportunities Manufacturing renewable energy technology in Africa holds great potential, yet, it is fraught with challenges. As the […]
Enabling Africa’s Climate Ambition; Strategies to Mobilise Private Capital
Climate investments in the African region are primarily driven by public funds. From the graph developed by the Climate Policy Initiative, access to private capital is low in Africa and high in the other regions of the world. Achieving the transition to net-zero emissions by 2050 requires substantial climate mitigation investment in low and middle-income countries which […]
Deep Dive into USD 1.27 Trillion Climate Finance Dispersed in 2021/2022 | Who Gave and Who Received?
Examining the data in the graph above, it is evident that in 2021/2022, nearly $1.3 trillion (USD 1.27 TN) was allocated to climate projects, indicating a surge in climate finance. The data, sourced from the Climate Policy Institute’s report on the Climate Finance Landscape, reveals that a significant portion, about 71%, was directed towards climate […]
Beyond Oil or Gas | Africa’s Imperative Leadership in the Global Renewable Energy Transition
Securing access to electricity is an urgent necessity for Africans. Renewable energy-powered electricity, beyond its role in addressing climate change, is fundamentally a basic need, akin to essentials like food, clothing, and water. The effectiveness of renewable energy in reaching millions without electricity access surpasses that of oil or gas. This is true, not only […]
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