A new panel of experts, including top climate scientists, is urging governments to develop science-based and just roadmaps for phasing out fossil fuels. The panel's recommendations were presented in Santa Marta, Colombia, ahead of a ministerial meeting on transitioning away from coal, oil, and gas. The panel emphasizes the need for whole-of-government plans to overcome barriers to the energy transition. A draft roadmap for Colombia, developed with input from European scientists, shows a pathway to economic and societal benefits through phasing out fossil fuels with energy efficiency measures and renewable energy. Developing countries need an exit route from the "debt trap" of fossil fuels to enable a just and effective transition. Brazil is working on a national roadmap for its economy and leading a global roadmap for climate solutions, with the new panel aiming to provide more specific and targeted advice at a faster pace than the IPCC. The transition beyond fossil fuels depends on cities and collective action, with recommendations including banning new fossil fuel infrastructure and implementing carbon levies on imports. The panel will be co-chaired by experts from Cameroon, Germany, and Brazil, and will consist of scientists working on transition pathways, technological solutions, policies, and finance.
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From Classrooms to Communities: Education for Climate Action in Cameroon – Global Center on Adaptation
Cameroon faces climate challenges such as unpredictable rainfall patterns and rising temperatures, but a youth-led initiative called Enhancing Climate Education in Schools for Sustainable Climate Action is working to bridge the gap between high-level climate policies and practical knowledge at the community level. Climate Change and Innovation Clubs have been established to empower students with skills and knowledge for climate adaptation, reaching over 5,000 students, planting over 400 trees, and establishing regenerative school gardens since their launch in 2024. The importance of youth leadership in advancing climate adaptation in Africa, particularly in Cameroon, is highlighted, showing that investing in youth leadership is essential for sustainable and long-term climate adaptation. These initiatives demonstrate that young people can be effective agents of change in bridging the gap between policy and practice at the community level.
https://gca.org/from-classrooms-to-communities-education-for-climate-action-in-cameroon/