Weekly News Highlights

This week’s global spotlight shines on a series of impactful initiatives driving environmental action and community empowerment. From the heart of rural communities to the corridors of international policy, the push for sustainability has taken center stage. DGB Group’s Hongera Energy Efficient Cookstoves Project made waves on national television as it delivered 526 cookstoves to women in Kenya, a testament to the project's efforts in sustainability and health.

Meanwhile, in Europe, the Nature Restoration Law came into effect, setting ambitious goals to revive ecosystems crucial for our planet's future. On the other side of the world, New Zealand is tightening its grip on carbon emissions by slashing the number of carbon credits available, aligning with a strong commitment to environmental action. On the South American front, Guyana's government is ensuring that Indigenous communities receive a greater share of carbon credit revenues. Circling back to Africa, Nigeria has unveiled its National Elephant Action Plan, a vital step towards safeguarding its dwindling elephant population and reinforcing conservation.

Here are this week's news highlights.

DGB Group’s Hongera Energy Efficient Cookstoves Project has reached a critical point of recognition, highlighted by recent features on national television. During a memorable event, the project successfully distributed 526 cookstoves to a rural community of over a thousand women, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to promote sustainability and health.

The European Union has enacted the Nature Restoration Law, a groundbreaking regulation aimed at reversing the degradation of ecosystems across the continent. Effective from 18 August, the law sets binding targets for restoring ecosystems crucial for carbon capture, disaster prevention, and biodiversity enhancement.

The New Zealand government has taken decisive action to curb carbon emissions by significantly reducing the number of carbon credits available for auction. Minister Simon Watts announced that the government would cut the number of credits released from 2024 to 2029 from 49 million to 21 million units.

The Guyana Government has announced a significant increase in the share of revenue from its carbon credits deal with Hess Corporation allocated to Indigenous communities. Despite a drop in total earnings this year, the government is ensuring these communities will receive more than they did in 2023.

Nigeria has introduced a National Elephant Action Plan (NEAP) as part of its commitment to prevent the extinction of its dwindling elephant population and to bolster wildlife conservation efforts.

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