Climate Change Solutions Update

Tag: Ethiopia

  • Ethiopian youth groups restore Rift valley lake & livelihoods

    Local youth groups in Ethiopia's Abijata-Shalla National Park, supported by Wetlands International, are actively engaged in restoring the ecosystem through sustainable land management practices. The degradation of the park, exacerbated by climate change, is being addressed through initiatives focused on restoring degraded areas, implementing bylaws, and creating sustainable livelihoods for the local community. The project, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, has shown visible improvements in tree cover, reduced erosion, and increased water levels in the lake. By integrating local bylaws and traditional governance systems, the project aims to ensure lasting ownership within the community and prevent erosion of conservation results. Women play a significant role in the restoration efforts, contributing to the recovery of the landscape and ensuring long-term protection of the land.

    https://news.mongabay.com/2025/12/ethiopian-youth-groups-restore-rift-valley-lake-livelihoods/

  • Ethio Telecom Expands Its EV Charging Network with the Launch of a Third Super-Fast Smart Station in Addis Ababa

    Ethiopia has made significant strides in promoting electric vehicles by restricting the import of internal combustion engine vehicles and investing in electric vehicle infrastructure. The country has seen a surge in electric vehicle registrations, with over 60% of new vehicle registrations being electric in 2024. Ethiopia's energy mix is already over 90% sourced from renewables, with projects like the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam contributing clean electricity. Ethio Telecom has launched electric vehicle charging hubs with ultra-fast and super-fast chargers to support the growing electric vehicle ecosystem in the country. This transition to electric vehicles and renewable energy not only helps reduce emissions and improve air quality but also frees up scarce foreign currency resources by substituting imported fossil fuels with locally generated clean electricity, showcasing that electrification is not just happening in Europe but also in countries heavily dependent on fossil fuel imports like Ethiopia.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2025/12/01/ethio-telecom-expands-its-ev-charging-network-with-the-launch-of-a-third-super-fast-smart-station-in-addis-ababa/