Reimagining Katsina: A Green Growth Vision for All
In an era defined by the need for sustainable development, Katsina State has taken a bold and strategic step forward. The Katsina Green Growth Agenda (KAGGA) is more than just a policy document, it is a transformative vision designed to align environmental resilience with economic growth.
ICT as a Catalyst for Climate Action: Turning Bytes into a Better Planet
TAKEAWAY Technology fuels transformation: ICT is the catalyst behind innovations that are reshaping how we fight climate change across energy, agriculture, waste, and education. Real-time data saves real-world ecosystems: From satellites to sensors, ICT tools give us the intelligence we need to protect forests, track emissions, and predict disasters. Digital solutions are accelerating the green economy: Clean tech startups, green data centres, and digital agriculture are making sustainability profitable and scalable. ICT bridges the global
Sustainable Development Through Green Technology Innovation In Nigeria
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Green technology innovation is crucial for sustainable development in Nigeria, with potential impacts on the environment, social well-being, and economic growth. Some progress has been recorded in the renewable energy sector and agriculture through the work being done at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA) to mention a few. Beyond solar and agroforestry, waste management and green building
Harnessing Anaerobic Digestion For Biogas Production In Nigeria
KEY TAKEAWAYS: Nigeria’s reliance on fossil fuel generated GHG emissionsof 100.389MT CO2 in the year 2022, ranking Nigeria to be 4th largest emitter of carbon in Africa. Anaerobic digesters are a great innovation for the country’s renewable energy options. Nigeria has abundant sources of organic waste suitable for biogas production. For instance cattle waste alone has the potential of yielding about 25.53 billion cubic meters of biogas about 169 541.66 MWh of electricity and 88.19
Climate Finance and Emerging Issues from COP 29: What Next for Nigeria?
KEY TAKEAWAYS: COP29 set new, ambitious financial goals, including tripling the annual climate finance commitment for developing countries to $300 billion and aiming to mobilize $1.3 trillion annually by 2035. The Loss and Damage Fund, established during COP27, was further operationalized at COP29. This fund aims to assist vulnerable countries in dealing with climate-related disasters. COP29 made progress in refining international carbon market rules to enhance environmental integrity and prevent double-counting, which is vital for