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🌍 Carbon and Biodiversity Credits in Africa 🌿 Africa is emerging as a powerhouse in the global carbon market. Despite facing challenges such as a 7% drop in transaction volume and a 25% decline in value in 2023, Africa is outperforming other regions and now supplies 20% of the world's voluntary carbon credits. 🌳 🌱 Leading nations like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Kenya are pivotal due to their forest conservation, biodiversity (conservation) and low-carbon technology projects. Examples include: 1. Mikoko Pamoja: This community-led project in Gazi Bay, Kwale County, focuses on restoring and conserving mangrove forests. 2. KOKO Networks: Bio-ethanol based cooking products that transition customers from fuels such as charcoal, wood and kerosene in Kenya and Rwanda. 3. Eden: People+Planet: The Lamu County Restoration Project focused on reforestation and community development. The market is set to grow 31% annually, potentially expanding fivefold by 2030. Ensuring quality and credibility of these credits is key, as buyers demand verified and impactful projects. 🌏 Carbon and biodiversity credits are the future of export in Africa. https://lnkd.in/dXmYC9qK #carbon #climatefinance #Africa #carboncredits #biodiversity

Advancing Africa’s Green Agenda Africa's Green Economy Summit provides a vital platform for driving sustainable development discussions, building on COP29 outcomes. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dkgAtPxG #Sustainability #GreenEconomy #ClimateAction #Africa

https://lnkd.in/exGvYZgp Creating Demand for Fair Carbon Markets in West Africa and the Global South in general, can be an real opportunity for poor local communities better livelihoods and resilience while contributing to raise global mitigation ambition. With carbon revenues, Mangrove restoration activities combined with livelihoods activities are being implemented in many areas in West Africa.

#Africa is uniquely positioned to lead high-impact carbon projects, offering significant socio-economic, biodiversity, and environmental benefits. Yet, Africa's share of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) remains just 13%, with only 36% of credits from African projects retired between 2013 and 2023. This gap reveals untapped potential and underscores the need for increased support and visibility. Promoting African projects for their exceptional climate and socio-economic contributions can boost their market share and attract greater buyer interest. Additionally, compliance with market transactions promises a new revenue stream, enhancing the scale and value of these critical projects. Learn more about how we can collectively pave the way for a more just and sustainable future here: https://lnkd.in/dJJCkpE6 Reshma Shah, Juliet Munro, Nzomo Mbithuka. CDFP,MBA,PhD-Ongoing., Keshinee Shah, Ash Berman, Caroline Kimani, Clinton Shamakamba, Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) #MakingFinanceWork #CarbonMarkets #SustainableDevelopment

PRE 2025 AfPEC 9 (Academy Masterclass): ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN AFRICA FOR GLOBAL GOOD Africa stands at a pivotal crossroad in the global conversation on Environmental Sustainability. Rich in Natural Resources, Biodiversity, and Cultural Heritage, the continent plays a critical role in shaping a sustainable future for the world. However, the challenges of Climate Change, Deforestation, Pollution, and Unsustainable practices threaten its Ecosystems and communities. Join Dr Alexander Akhigbe , a Mental Health Counsellor, Environmental Advocate and Sustainable Development Practitioner, on this. He is also the Founder/CEO of the African Clean Up Initiative (ACI), a non-profit organization poised towards raising Environmentally Responsible Citizens, and Green Sustainable Solutions (GSS) - a Social Enterprise passionate about Circular Economy and Empowering Lives through Incentive-based Recycling. He is a recipient of over 50 Awards both local and internationally and still counting. He is also the Author of the Green Advocate Book and Dare to Live Your Passion. Join us as we discuss actionable steps and collaborative efforts to enhance environmental sustainability in Africa for the global good. JOIN THE CLASS VIA: bit.ly/3Z84WX5 Cc: African CleanUp Initiative (ACINIGERIA), City Scope Africa Academy #EnvironmentalSustainability #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #SustainabilityGoals #GlobalGood #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateChangeSolutions #RecyclingInitiatives #AfricanLeadership #ImpactfulAfrica #EcoWarriors #SustainableFuture #cityscopeofpeopleandplaces

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚'𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 A University of the Witwatersrand study reveals Africa now emits as much carbon as it absorbs due to increased agricultural emissions, surpassing its natural carbon sequestration. Key findings show ecosystem conversion to agriculture has significantly boosted emissions. Although Africa’s landscapes still capture carbon, they fall short of balancing these emissions. Researchers have mapped carbon flows—CO2, methane, and nitrous-oxide—across African ecosystems, developing a comprehensive greenhouse gas budget that informs on Africa's global climate impact and mitigation potential. To combat rising emissions, Africa must embrace carbon-neutral development, supported globally with investment in renewables and reduced fossil fuel reliance. Innovations in sustainable agriculture and landscape management, like mixed cattle-wildlife systems, are crucial for reducing emissions and improving functionality. This study is a call to action for policymakers and businesses to bolster Africa’s carbon sinks and foster sustainable economic growth. nReach supports these initiatives with financial solutions promoting environmental sustainability. Discover more on how nReach aids in sustainable business practices: https://nreachwealth.co.za #ClimateChange #Sustainability #CarbonNeutral #Africa #nReach #GreenEnergy #SMEs #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableDevelopment #FinancialSolutions

Do you know that despite Africa owning about 23% of official climate finance; it has less than 1% of global green bond issuance? 🤔 What is the implication of the above? 📍 How can you as an African into agriculture, environment and energy sustainability tap into the above potentials? 📌 I'm confident that my latest published article below would be a great read for you to know more about #Greenfinance https://lnkd.in/db2dH8rW 😊 Would you please share your thoughts on the article in the comment section and repost for more African entrepreneurs, cooperatives, and companies to know about the opportunities in green finance? 🔍 Coming across my profile for the first time? Trust me, it is not a coincidence. I'm Inimbom Bassey the #Softlifefarmer who is passionate about helping farmers and agripreneurs build resilience against climate change so that #foodsecurity can still be achieved amidst #climatechange. 📍 #letsconnect, knowledge-share and explore potential collaborations together. #GreenFinanceAfrica #SustainableAfrica #EcoInnovation #ClimateFinance #GreenGrowth #SustainableDevelopment #EcoFriendlyInvesting #AfricaGreenEconomy #ClimateAction #FutureOfFinance

Join the conversation on sustainable development in South Africa! If you're knowledgeable about the Human Settlements Sector, your insights are invaluable. Take part in our survey to explore alternative approaches for a more circular economy in human settlements. Your input matters! #CircularEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #SouthAfrica   https://lnkd.in/dgzfbqYR

PRE 2025 AfPEC 9 (Academy Masterclass): ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN AFRICA FOR GLOBAL GOOD Africa stands at a pivotal crossroad in the global conversation on Environmental Sustainability. Rich in Natural Resources, Biodiversity, and Cultural Heritage, the continent plays a critical role in shaping a sustainable future for the world. However, the challenges of Climate Change, Deforestation, Pollution, and Unsustainable practices threaten its Ecosystems and communities. Join Dr Alexander Akhigbe, a Mental Health Counsellor, Environmental Advocate and Sustainable Development Practitioner, on this. He is also the Founder/CEO of the African Clean Up Initiative (ACI), a non-profit organization poised towards raising Environmentally Responsible Citizens, and Green Sustainable Solutions (GSS) - a Social Enterprise passionate about Circular Economy and Empowering Lives through Incentive-based Recycling. He is a recipient of over 50 Awards both local and internationally and still counting. He is also the Author of the Green Advocate Book and Dare to Live Your Passion. Join us as we discuss actionable steps and collaborative efforts to enhance environmental sustainability in Africa for the global good. JOIN THE CLASS VIA: bit.ly/3Z84WX5 Cc: African CleanUp Initiative (ACINIGERIA), City Scope Africa #EnvironmentalSustainability #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #SustainabilityGoals #GlobalGood #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateChangeSolutions #RecyclingInitiatives #AfricanLeadership #ImpactfulAfrica #EcoWarriors #SustainableFuture #cityscopeofpeopleandplaces

Join us at the Korea-Africa Summit for discussions on #ClimateFinance and #PlasticPollution – two of the most daunting challenges that #Africa and the world face. Both high-level Side Events will offer a platform for mutual, beneficial, and sustainable long-term cooperative relations between Korea and Africa to forge new partnerships and explore new opportunities for #GreenGrowth in #Africa. These High-level Forums will feature renown world leaders, #GreenGrowth champions and actors. 📌  The High-level Forum on Accelerating Access to Green and Climate Finance for Africa will discuss financial mechanisms and innovations that can support countries in their transition to #greengrowth. It will focus on experiences and successful stories on mobilizing #climatefinance to implement projects that address #climatechange and shall aim to identify pathways for scaling up investment in #greenprojects in #Africa and across the world to achieve sustainable development. 📌 The High-level Forum on Enhancing Sustainability and Global Collaboration on Plastics will discuss strategies to #EndPlasticPollution, innovative and effective waste management actions and adoption of #CircularEconomy. It will elaborate on the need to adopt a global strategy to minimize the impact of plastic pollution on path to achieve economic growth while ensuring environmental sustainability. 📅 June 4, 2024 ⏲ 10:00 – 13:30 KST 🖊 Register to Attend: https://lnkd.in/dGn_Npvt