The First “Pure” Car Carrier Vessel, Powered by Wind, to Also Be the World’s Tallest Ship

It’s been a couple of years since Wallenius Marine introduced the Oceanbird concept – a car carrier vessel that would use wind p

IEA calls for urgent acceleration of cleaner energy investment in Africa

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its Africa Energy Outlook 2022 report where it calls for urgent acceleration of investment for cheaper and cleaner energy in Africa.

Egypt, EU to partner on green hydrogen production & renewable energy

The European Union (EU) and Egypt have issued a joint statement where they declared their commitment to partner to advance a just green transition. During a visit of the President of the European Commission Ms.

Zimbabwe to capitalise on global energy transition to supply lithium

Zimbabwe is looking to capitalise on the global energy transition to supply lithium to world markets, as global demand for the mineral which is used for electric vehicle batteries is exponentially rising.

Donating used Lithium-ion batteries to Africa? Clear rules urgently needed

The export of used lithium-ion batteries for second-life applications from Europe to Africa must follow clear rules and be better controlled.

Why Addressing the Lack of Lead Investors is Key to Building Stronger Startups in Emerging Markets

Raising capital is a time-consuming process that distracts the management teams of lean companies from their core activities.

Despite Electricity Surplus, Rural Residents Remain in the Dark

This story was originally published by Global Press Journal.

First Kenyan wins Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation for portable vaccine fridge

Portable, solar-powered fridge solution to store and transport medicines wins the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation The winner, Norah Magero, is the first Kenyan to win the award

CAMEROON: Two solar-powered water supply systems come into service in the South

The Cameroonian government is inaugurating two drinking water supply systems in the southern region.

Patrice Lumumba: DR Congo buries tooth of independence hero

The gold-crowned tooth of Democratic Republic of Congo independence hero Patrice Lumumba has been buried more than 60 years after he was assassinated.

Supreme Court limits Biden's power to cut emissions

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has lost some of its power to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The landmark ruling by the US Supreme Court represents a major setback to President Joe Biden's climate plans.

Climate change is driving 2022 extreme heat and flooding

LONDON, June 28 (Reuters) – Extreme weather events – from scorching heatwaves to unusually heavy downpours – have caused widespread upheaval across the globe this year, with thousands of people killed and millions more displaced.

Child marriage on the rise in Horn of Africa as drought crisis intensifies

NAIROBI, 29 June 2022 - Girls as young as twelve are being forced into child marriage and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) at “alarming rates” in the Horn of Africa, as the most severe drought in forty years pushes families to the edge – warns UNICEF.

Climate change could increase armed conflict in Africa: study

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Top predators could ‘trap’ themselves trying to adapt to climate change, study shows

As climate change alters environments across the globe, scientists have discovered that in response, many species are shifting the timing of major life events, such as reproduction.

Increasing heat waves affect up to half a billion people

Climate change is a reality and extremely high temperatures have been reported by India and Pakistan in the spring. In a new scientific journal article, researchers from the University of Gothenburg, amongst others, paint a gloomy picture for the rest of the century.

Pakistan Could Lose Up to $26 Billion Annually Due to Climate Change

Pakistan could lose billions of dollars each year due to the impact of climate change, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) has predicted.

The Global South has the power to force radical climate action

During the past several years it has become clear that the international climate negotiations are failing to address the climate crisis.

Flood risk already affects 1.81 billion people. Climate change and unplanned urbanization could worsen exposure

Climate Change Job Vacancies Update - 30 June 2022

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