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Daily News Egypt
17-07-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Ethiopia Engages Diplomats on Climate Finance Ahead of Africa Climate Summit
Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has held consultations with the diplomatic community in Addis Ababa ahead of the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), calling for stronger international financial and technical support to address the continent's climate challenges. The meeting, held this week, focused on mobilizing global climate finance for Africa's green development agenda, with particular attention to equitable support for African-led climate solutions. ACS2 is scheduled for September 8–10, 2025, at the Addis International Convention Centre under the theme 'Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa's Resilient and Green Development.' The consultations were opened by Foreign Minister Dr. Gedion Timothewos and moderated by Planning and Development Minister Fitsum Assefa. Officials emphasized that while Africa contributes minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, it remains one of the regions most vulnerable to climate change. The Ministry of Planning and Development presented the summit's concept note, outlining the summit's vision and objectives. Abas Mohammed, CEO at the Ministry, said ACS2 would seek to unlock grant-based climate finance and drive sustainable investment across Africa. Participants highlighted Ethiopia's own initiatives, such as the Green Legacy reforestation campaign, as examples of domestic climate leadership that require international support to scale. The Government of Ethiopia, in partnership with the African Union, has also launched the official ACS2 website. In a welcome message posted on the platform, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said the summit will be 'a vital opportunity to redefine Africa's aspirations for a climate-resilient and prosperous future.' Abiy said the summit would be guided by Agenda 2063 and Africa-led solutions, adding that 'African leadership must shape fair and practical global climate action.' ACS2 follows the first Africa Climate Summit (ACS1), which was held in Nairobi in September 2023. That summit resulted in more than $20 billion in pledged financing and the adoption of the Nairobi Declaration, which called for expanded investment in renewable energy and carbon markets. According to organizers, ACS2 aims to build momentum for Africa's unified climate finance position ahead of major global forums, including COP30, G20, and the UN General Assembly. Key expected outcomes include: The Addis Ababa Declaration on climate finance and resilient development; A push for scaling grant-based climate finance; Promotion of African-led climate solutions; Strengthening of country platforms and local systems to deliver climate finance; Strategic partnerships to support just transition and climate justice efforts across the continent
Hans India
17-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Hyderabad's Green Leap: Mayor calls for city-wide tree plantation drive
Hyderabad: In a significant push for a healthier and greener urban environment, GHMC Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi, along with GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan, officially launched a massive tree plantation drive as part of the VanaMahotsavam initiative. The drive commenced with the planting of saplings at Shirdi Hills Colony in the Kukatpally Zone, marking the start of an ambitious project to plant 25 lakh (2.5 million) saplings across Greater Hyderabad. Inspired by the 'Green Legacy' concept, the Mayor has urged all citizens to actively participate in transforming the city. 'We have set a target of planting 25 lakh saplings this year with public participation, as per government directives,' stated Mayor Vijayalakshmi. She further emphasised that saplings would be distributed to every household in the city, encouraging residents to take an active role in the initiative throughout the planting season. A heartwarming aspect of the campaign is the slogan 'Ek ped, Maa ke naam' (One tree in the name of mother), encouraging individuals to plant a tree in honour of their mothers. The Mayor underscored the crucial importance of not just planting trees but also ensuring their proper care, highlighting that these efforts would cultivate a healthier environment for future generations. Commissioner Karnan reiterated the programme's objective to make Hyderabad green, stressing that the government's goals would be achieved by setting specific VanaMahotsavam targets within each ward. He also laid emphasis on nurturing the planted saplings, stating that 'greater emphasis will be placed on nurturing the plants rather than merely planting them.' The launch event saw enthusiastic participation from students, who chanted 'Go Green' slogans alongside the Mayor and Commissioner, underscoring community involvement in this vital environmental endeavour. Also present were Kukatpally Zonal Commissioner Apurva Chauhan, UBD Additional Commissioner Subhadra Devi, and Corporator RavulaSeshagiri Rao.
Hamilton Spectator
01-05-2025
- Climate
- Hamilton Spectator
County-owned greenhouse takes on significant winter damage
DAMASCUS — This year's winter weather has wreaked havoc on one of the county's tree nurseries in Wellington North. A new staff report has identified 'significant structural damage' in one of the County of Wellington's Green Legacy Program nurseries, which is located on Grand River Conservation Area (GRCA) land near the Luther Marsh in Damascus. Operating since 2012, staff said the damage was caused by snow accumulation along the building's west side this February, causing it to collapse. Green Legacy member Rob Johnson said the greenhouse's interior contents, like tables, water lines and tree stock, weren't severely damaged and can be salvaged. The original greenhouse installer, DeCloet Greenhouse Manufacturing Limited, said installing a new greenhouse and removing the existing greenhouse will cost approximately $48,776. A Disaster Recovery Program Rebate will reduce that by 10 per cent to $43,808. Since the cost for the greenhouse replacement is below the county's insurance deductible, staff said $50,000 will be added to the capital budget from the Contingency and Stabilization Reserve to fund the project. This was recently approved by county council. Any rebates or salvage value from the old greenhouse will be credited back to offset the reserve funding requirements. Isabel Buckmaster is the Local Journalism Initiative reporter for GuelphToday. LJI is a federally-funded program.
