Geopolitical instability has become a threat to decarbonization efforts. Initially, climate policy was developed under the assumption of a relatively stable international environment; however, the rise in conflict is challenging that assumption. Policymakers will therefore need to develop new ways of solving climate change in the face of conflict. Conflict should now be viewed as […]
Author: Primrose Mutema
Derisking or Risk Shifting? The Hidden Costs of Climate Investment in Zimbabwe’s Renewable Energy Sector
Zimbabwe needs reliable, affordable and sustainable energy. Chronic electricity shortages has affected industrial growth, economic instability and infrastructure development. At the time there is need to move away from fossil fuels towards the use renewable energy resources, such as small-scale hydro, wind and solar power, to address global climate commitments. This has prompted the policymakers […]
Is Climate Finance the New Face of Neo-colonialism in Africa?
Despite contributing a mere 4% to global greenhouse gas emissions, Africa remains among the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The continent is facing more extreme weather events, food and water shortages, and declining farm productivity. This makes it crucial for Africa to get adequate financial support needed for adaptation and mitigation. Developed […]
How Social Media Influencers are Driving Environmental Sustainability on Gen Z.
Social media is now a key platform for tackling issues like climate change. Generation Z (Gen Z) is a digital generation that uses these platforms to tackle environmental challenges, raise their voices and bring about change. They are the first generation to have access to smartphones and internet at all times, as well as to […]
More Than Three Decades On: Are International Climate Negotiations Still Our Best Hope or Is It Time to Look Beyond?
Every year, the global leaders comes together to try to solve climate change yet the evidence shows that the crisis is far from solved. So what’s going wrong? Can we improve how we tackle climate change crisis, or is it time to look beyond these negotiations?. Burning fossil fuels continues to drive the crisis, and […]