Agriculture plays a significant role in both contributing to climate change and affecting biodiversity. As a major driver of deforestation, land-use change, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the agricultural sector is responsible for approximately 19-29% of global GHG emissions. These emissions primarily arise from livestock production, rice cultivation, synthetic fertilizer use, and the conversion of...Read More
“Refugees without Recognition” refers to a growing category of people who are displaced due to climate change but remain invisible under international refugee laws. These individuals, often referred to as climate refugees, are forced to leave their homes because of environmental degradation, rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and other climate-related disasters. Yet, unlike those...Read More
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has raised the alarm, stating that 17 percent of people across the region are in urgent need of humanitarian aid as climate change exacerbates the ongoing El Niño-induced drought. Tens of millions of people in Southern Africa are grappling with severe food shortages due to declining crop and livestock...Read More
Climate change threatens public health by affecting the distribution and spread of food-borne pathogens, according to a recent study by food scientists from Benha University in Egypt published in Nature. Food-borne pathogens are microorganisms that can cause illness when consumed via food or water sources. The authors found that changes in temperature and precipitation patterns,...Read More
The voluntary carbon market, a mechanism designed to allow organizations and individuals to offset their carbon emissions by purchasing carbon credits, has encountered significant challenges in recent years. This market, which was once seen as a beacon of hope for global climate mitigation efforts, has been marred by allegations of questionable project integrity. Reports have...Read More
Carbon markets have emerged as a pivotal tool in the global effort to mitigate climate change. By establishing a market-driven approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, these markets facilitate cost-efficient and flexible solutions for emission reductions. Carbon markets operate by setting a cap on total emissions and allowing companies or countries to trade emission allowances,...Read More
August 13, 2024: The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has made a significant stride in environmental finance by launching Africa’s first voluntary carbon market (VCM). This landmark initiative, announced by FRA Chairman Mohamed Farid, marks a pivotal moment for both the continent and the broader global carbon trading landscape. The establishment of this market represents a...Read More
Restoring forests is often viewed through a lens of trade-offs, where the potential benefits must be weighed against the possible costs or conflicts. This perspective arises because forest restoration can involve significant changes in land use, which may impact various stakeholders differently. For instance, converting agricultural land back to forest can benefit biodiversity by providing...Read More
United Nations aid agencies have issued urgent warnings about the escalating impact of climate change in eastern and southern Africa, highlighting the profound challenges faced by millions of people in the region. The effects of climate change are compounding existing issues such as conflict, poverty, hunger, and disease, exacerbating the plight of vulnerable populations. The...Read More
In recent years, terms such as “climate crisis,” “climate emergency,” and “climate justice” have increasingly entered public discourse, reflecting a growing urgency in addressing climate change. These phrases are designed to underscore the severe risks and consequences associated with climate change, aiming to galvanize action and raise awareness. The language reflects the gravity of the...Read More
