In this week's edition of Climate News, we have many fresh updates for all of you.
1. Four African Countries Ramp Up Ambition for Transition to a Low-Carbon Future:
Recently, four developing countries in Africa - the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mozambique, Niger, and Tunisia - demonstrated their commitment to ambitious climate action. In the 28th round of technical analysis by UN Climate Change, aimed at reviewing the transparency of reporting among developing nations, these four countries showcased significant strides in their efforts to combat climate change. They also tried to amplify their efforts toward meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement
The Democratic Republic of Congo addresses deforestation through REDD+ Activities and by promoting renewable energy. It aims to develop 1 million hectares of irrigated land by 2030 through renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind, and hydroelectricity.
Mozambique is continuously battling deforestation and plans to boost the use of sustainable energy. It recognizes the importance of sustainable agriculture and promotes activities such as rainwater harvesting and methane recovery to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Tunisia's energy sector is shifting towards renewable energy to reduce fossil fuel dependency. With significant investments in solar and wind projects, they have already saved fuel and reduced emissions. Their "Low Carbon 2050" strategy aims to achieve 80% renewable energy production.
Niger is promoting afforestation and renewable energy sources to address its rural population's heavy reliance on forest resources for energy production. The country aims to increase solar energy in its energy mix by 30 percent by 2030, establishing five solar power plants and expanding electricity access to 65 percent of the population. Additionally, Niger is encouraging reforestation with a target to rehabilitate 15,000 hectares of forest by 2030.
2. Fashion industry's carbon footprint can be lightened through sustainable practices and greener technologies, as revealed in a recent analysis.
The Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action is an industry-led initiative convened by UN Climate Change to drive the fashion sector to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by no later than 2050.
Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of integrating greener technologies into the industry. This involves exploring renewable energy sources to power factories and stores, as well as leveraging innovative technologies like 3D printing and digital design to minimize waste and optimize production.
By embracing these sustainable practices and greener technologies, the fashion industry can make significant strides in mitigating its environmental impact. Not only will this help in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, but it will also contribute to conserving natural resources and fostering a more sustainable future for the entire fashion ecosystem. As consumers increasingly demand environmentally conscious products, fashion brands that prioritize sustainability will not only be reducing their carbon footprint but also gaining a competitive edge in the market.
The reports serve as neutral, centralized sources of information on the greenhouse gas impact data that currently exists globally in each raw material category, and provide a detailed assessment of the data gaps and challenges.
Technical Terms used in this article:
Paris Agreement: The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. Its goal is to hold “the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels” and pursue efforts “to limit the temperature increase to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.”
REDD+: REDD’ stands for ‘Reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in developing countries. The ‘+’ stands for additional forest-related activities that protect the climate, namely sustainable management of forests and the conservation and enhancement of forest carbon stocks.
Methane Recovery: recovering the methane from the biogas can provide a cost-effective source of renewable energy.
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