Climate Change Solutions Update

Tag: Senegal

  • From Alerts to Action

    Efforts are being made in the Casamance region of Senegal to restore mangrove forests that are under threat from various factors such as dikes blocking water flow and natural phenomena like shifting sand dunes. Global Mangrove Watch provides remote sensing data to monitor mangroves and track restoration progress, with training for stakeholders to use this platform for better conservation efforts and sustainable livelihoods. In protected areas like the KBK Marine Protected Area and MPA Niamone-Kalounayes, mangroves are facing degradation from different causes, prompting regular patrols and a combination of satellite technology, community engagement, and government partnerships to restore these vital ecosystems for future generations.

    https://www.mangrovealliance.org/news/from-alerts-to-action-senegal

  • New metric assesses innovation readiness in agrivoltaics

    The Agrivoltaic Innovation Index (AII) developed by researchers at Firat University evaluates research-driven innovation in agrivoltaics across four dimensions and distinguishes innovation readiness from general research performance. European and East Asian nations rank higher in AII tiers, while countries in Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and parts of South and Southeast Asia exhibit lower overall AII values due to weak diffusion mechanisms and collaboration structures. The AII can help governments identify gaps in technology and knowledge sharing to create policies addressing weaknesses in research, with countries like Burkina Faso, Benin, Kenya, Tanzania, Senegal, and Niger showing high AII scores despite fewer published papers, indicating focused projects addressing urgent local needs. These nations could benefit from international cooperation and support to further develop agrivoltaic innovation clusters.

    https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/05/22/new-metric-assesses-innovation-readiness-in-agrivoltaics/