As a result of its high exposure and vulnerability to climate hazards, a third of the people considered most at risk in the world live in Africa. The transition to net zero offers the continent an opportunity to work together to capitalize on its assets, mobilize finance, and build a low-carbon economy that protects and enhances lives and livelihoods while safeguarding natural capital and contributing to the global decarbonization agenda.
Reports
Executive Briefing
Green Africa: A growth and resilience agenda for the continent
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How the global climate agenda creates opportunities for Africa to build resilience, catalyze sustainable growth, and contribute to the net-zero transition.
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Solving the climate finance equation for developing countries
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To achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, it will be vital to mobilize sufficient capital to drive decarbonization in developing...
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Green energy in Africa presents significant investment opportunities
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It is possible to address Africa’s large and growing energy needs while simultaneously transitioning to sustainable energy...
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The future of African oil and gas: Positioning for the energy transition
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With momentum for sustainability building, Africa’s oil and gas producing nations have a unique opportunity to embark on...
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Power to move: Accelerating the electric transport transition in sub-Saharan Africa
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How governments, development partners, and private-sector stakeholders can build an enabling ecosystem for electric vehicles...
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Africa’s green manufacturing crossroads: Choices for a low-carbon industrial future
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In Africa, the decarbonization of the manufacturing sector and economic growth and industrialization can go hand in hand; the...