BREAKING: scientists show rates of Antarctic melt are now sufficient to cause rapid ice sheet collapse 🧵

In Zambia, Vice President Harris visited the locally owned and operated Panuka Farms, which uses climate-smart agriculture techniques and digital tools. This Administration is committed to working with Africa to promote climate resilience across the continent.

James Irungu Mwangi moderates a very insightful session on Transperancy & Accountability,clearing the way for #climateaction at the #skollwf. On the panel discussion is Paul Radu, Arianne, Tasso Azevedo, Sonkita Conteh, Gillian Caldwell

"When you begin to monitor climate action, you soon realise the need to be clear what is being promoted because there are areas where people are cutting down trees extensively to set up solar panels". Tasso Azevedo

1/4 Solar is still cheaper than the fossil fuel alternatives in many countries we work in, and its demand is also rising. Gillian Caldwell #skollwf

If you missed it, you can now watch a recording of my remarks (via Zoom) during Session 1 of the Petersberg Climate Dialogue #Petersberg2023 taking place in Berlin. GermanForeignOffice @ABaerbock #COP28 youtu.be/BkMk2Q4ZKLU via YouTube

Join Jackson Kimani at the UNEP FI Regional Roundtable Africa and Middle East on 14-15 June in Namibia, where the finance community will explore sustainable finance trends and innovations in the region. Register: bit.ly/3CfGcRT #RRT2023

1/2 Supporting smallholder farmers is a powerful strategy to drive #climateaction! By investing in climate smart practices, creating access to tech & knowledge, & making carbon markets work for rural communities, we can turn #Smallholderfarmers into climate entrepreneurs!

Joined incredible discussions with Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) team on #ClimateAction opportunities in Kenya and across Africa! Thank you Jackson Kimani and Carlijn for hosting this enlightening session! #ClimateActionAfrica #Sustainability

Reducing Energy poverty will increase our carbon footprint 👣. Climate Positive Growth is the way. #NetZero #AfricaClimateSummit #KICC

📢 Exciting News! Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) is thrilled to announce our new Board of Directors Chair H.E. Prof. Yemi Osinbajo! Immediate past VP of 🇳🇬brings wealth of experience & expertise. A tremendous asset to our mission of unlocking Africa’s potential as a global hub for climate action! 🌿

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#AfricaInvestmentEarthshot will be celebrated at The Africa Investment Earthshot Leaders Summit at #COP28. To join these hybrid sessions : ndcinvestmentawards.com/events/cop28-a… The partners behind this initiative are organising two additional events. Join us, in person or on LinkedIn Live.

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Exciting strides last week as we united with the Kenya government to explore ways to unlock the power of carbon markets. The panels skillfully shed light on the imperative role of carbon markets which remain crucial in creating the right incentive towards climate positive growth.

Twitter (X) Carol Kimani, our Carbon Technical Expert will be speaking at the East Africa Carbon Markets Forum on 9th & 10th May in Kampala, exploring how carbon markets can fuel climate positive growth in Ag East Africa Carbon Markets Forum #EACMF2024

🌟 Exciting Update! CAP-A's Energy Dashboard reveals Africa's solar potential to be 1.3TWh and wind potential to be 1.2TWh! 💡By filtering for economic viability and geophysical feasibility, our (beta) Energy Dashboard provides actionable insights for sustainable energy

It’s a bird! 🦅 It’s a plane! ✈️ NO! It’s the 2024 #GlobalCitizenFestival line-up! ⭐ On Sept. 28, @postmalone, @dojacat, @jellyroll615, RAÚL, and more will join us on Central Park’s Great Lawn for an unforgettable night of music and impact hosted by @realhughjackman,