Category: Climate Change

Africa Climate Finance AU Climate Summit 2025 Sustainable Development Goals The African Union (AU) Climate Summit has called for an annual $1.3 trillion fund to support Africa’s climate adaptation and mitigation efforts. Leaders and experts at the summit stressed the urgent need for global financial commitments to help the continent combat climate change, transition to…

The reality of climate change is no longer a matter of speculation or debate within the scientific community. Decades of research, data collection, and climate modeling have established with overwhelming certainty that human activities are driving significant shifts in the Earth’s climate. However, while the scientific foundations are robust, public discourse remains fragmented, often influenced…

World Radio Day Climate Change Awareness Government Advocacy On World Radio Day, the government has called on radio stations nationwide to enhance awareness and education on climate change. Authorities emphasize the crucial role of radio in informing the public about environmental issues, encouraging sustainable practices, and promoting climate resilience. Government officials urge broadcasters to dedicate…

Climate Policy Research Global Climate Action Environmental Studies A research group has compiled an extensive database of 85,000 individual studies focused on climate policy, providing a valuable resource for policymakers, scientists, and environmental advocates. This massive collection offers insights into the effectiveness of climate strategies, emission reduction efforts, and sustainable development policies worldwide. Experts believe…

Mangrove Conservation Climate Action Forest Restoration Climate change stakeholders have convened to explore innovative strategies for restoring and conserving Nigeria’s mangrove forests. The meeting brought together environmental experts, government representatives, and community leaders to discuss actionable approaches that safeguard these vital coastal ecosystems.Participants examined a range of initiatives, from reforestation and sustainable management practices to…

Climate Forecast NIMET Insights HEDA Collaboration NIMET, in collaboration with HEDA and key stakeholders, has unveiled its 2025 seasonal climate prediction. The forecast, presented at a high-level meeting, highlights anticipated variations in rainfall and temperature patterns across Nigeria. Experts at the event emphasized that the new predictions are crucial for agricultural planning, water resource management,…

Subnational climate initiatives in Nigeria Nigeria Climate Change Forum 2025 highlights SPP and ACF collaboration on climate action The Society for Planet and Prosperity (SPP), in partnership with the Africa Climate Foundation (ACF), is convening a High-Level Panel during the Nigeria Climate Change Forum in Abuja. This initiative underscores SPP’s dedication to elevating subnational actors…

Nigeria is projected to generate over $2 billion through its carbon market activation program by 2030, according to Prof. Nnaemeka Chukwuone, Director of the Resource and Environmental Policy Research Centre (REPRC) at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). Speaking at a workshop in Abuja on January 20, 2025, he highlighted the economic and environmental benefits…

Taraba State has taken a significant step towards addressing climate change by validating its Climate Change Policy and Action Plan on January 14, 2025, in Jalingo. The policy, developed in collaboration with the Society for Plant and Prosperity (SPP), received funding from the African Climate Foundation (ACF) and the European Climate Foundation (ECF). The validation…

Chevron Nigeria restated its dedication to achieving a global net-zero future through continuous investment in reducing carbon intensity and expanding lower-carbon businesses. The company’s commitment was highlighted at the 23rd S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture in Lagos, honoring the late Chief S.L. Edu, founder of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF). Jim Swartz, Chairman and Managing Director…