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  • Balancing Energy Transition and Environmental Justice: Implications of Oil Resumption in Ogoni land and the Future of the Niger Delta

    • April 14, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    Written by silvernewsng From: Dr Mfon Utin, Executive Coordinator, HELDI The global energy transition from oil to gas for cleaner energy sources has been a critical focus since the Paris Agreement, where Nigeria committed to achieving zero gas flaring by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2060. Several organizations, both globally and locally, such as the Natural
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  • Fact-Checking in Environmental Governance: Why It Matters More Than Ever

    • April 2, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    Every year, billions of dollars are poured into climate action, but how much of it actually makes a difference? How do we separate real solutions from empty promises? And who holds corporations and policymakers accountable when facts are twisted to delay action? At AfriTAL, fact-checking isn’t just about debunking fake news—it’s about demanding transparency in

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  • AfriTAL Hosts Research Workshop on Methane Abatement in Port Harcourt

    • April 2, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog, Event
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    Today, April 1st, 2025, AfriTAL took a significant step in its mission to promote transparency and accountability in environmental governance by organizing a One-Day Research Workshop and Sensitization on Methane Abatement at the GC-BIL Hall, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The event brought together 22 participants, including MSc and PhD students, to discuss the impact of
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  • World Radio Day: Amplifying Voices for Climate Action

    • February 13, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    World Radio Day: Amplifying Voices for Climate Action   Every year on February 13th, the world comes together to celebrate the power of radio on World Radio Day. As one of the oldest and most accessible forms of mass communication, radio continues to play a vital role in shaping societies, bridging information gaps, and fostering

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  • EU Emissions Report: Implications for Africa and Nigeria

    • February 4, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    The recent EU emissions report reveals critical insights into global climate strategies that have significant ramifications for African nations, particularly Nigeria. While the report focuses on European progress, its implications extend far beyond the EU’s borders.   Climate Transition and Economic Challenges   The EU’s remarkable 8% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023

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  • Leaders Unite at Davos: A Renewed Commitment to Climate Action

    • January 28, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    In a world grappling with rising temperatures, erratic weather, and environmental crises, the Davos Economic Forum stands as a pivotal stage for global leaders to confront one of humanity’s greatest challenges—climate change. This year, the message was clear: stay the course. Amid economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions, leaders from across industries vowed to prioritize climate

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  • Research Report on Balancing Gas and Renewable Pathways in Nigeria’s Transition Strategy

    • January 24, 2025
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    The government of Nigeria has indicated and committed to achieving energy transition as articulated in its Energy Transition Plan. This plan is supported by different policies and regulations that govern the operations of the gas and renewable energy sectors. The focus on these sectors is informed by the fact the Nigerian government has indicated that

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  • Carbon Capture: The New Gold Rush in Climate Tech

    • December 26, 2024
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    The race to pull carbon dioxide from our atmosphere has attracted some of the world’s deepest pockets, marking a vital shift in how we approach climate change solutions. While traditional emissions reduction remains crucial, the emerging field of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is drawing unprecedented attention and investment.   In mid-2023, a remarkable gathering took

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  • How California’s Gas-Powered Car Ban Impacts Nigeria and the Global Climate Landscape

    • December 23, 2024
    • Posted by: Precious David
    • Category: Blog
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    The recent decision by the Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) to allow California and 11 other states to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035 marks a significant milestone in the global fight against climate change. While the policy directly targets greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, its ripple effects are expected to

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  • A Communique Issued at The End of The Policy Dialogue on Sustainable Transition: Balancing Gas and Renewables Pathways in Nigeria’s Transition Strategy

    • November 30, 2024
    • Posted by: Precious David
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    A COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF THE POLICY DIALOGUE ON SUSTAINABLE TRANSITION: BALANCING GAS AND RENEWABLES PATHWAYS IN NIGERIA’S TRANSITION STRATEGY, HELD AT THE BON STRATTON HOTEL, ASOKORO ABUJA, ON THE 25TH OF NOVEMEBER, 2024 INTRODUCTION Nigeria committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2060 by leveraging gas as a transition fuel to cleaner

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