"Yesterday it was all about learning and understanding about climate change and action. Today we move from learning to developing" -Tshepiso Masilonyane @BCC_Network@sustain267@PACJA1 https://t.co/UG5cPLMCIu
“Innovation is highly critical for us to be able to actually see an impact on climate action”-Lynnette Monnaatlala, African Impact initiative. #LCOYBotswana24#Youth4Climate#ClimateActionNow
- Receive transport and accommodation support to attend the 2-day LCOY conference in Gaborone
-Participate in a full-day local exposure trip on climate action.
-Be part of a network of young changemakers shaping Botswana's sustainable future.
Do you know any adolescent or youth out of Gaborone passionate about climate change?
Help them apply to be recognized as a District Climate Champion
As a District Climate Champion, they will:
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Exciting news! LCOY Botswana 2024 is happening Oct 23-24! Join youth leaders, activists, & innovators as we accelerate climate action. Stay tuned for updates & how to get involved!
Sign up for event info & webinars: https://t.co/FdpPRkkDch
#LCOYBotswana#Youth4Climate
A UN report released last week highlights the need for sustainable mining, value addition in mineral-rich developing nations, and a fair global distribution of the benefits from these resources.
Scan slide for the report 📸
Demand for critical energy transition minerals like manganese, lithium and nickel is set to quadruple by 2040 as the world shifts towards green energy! 🌱 Africa holds 30% of the world's mineral reserves, many of which are critical for the production of green energy technologies.
A great day indeed for women drawn from different regions across the Country who were nominated to receive renewable energy appliances to use in their businesses.
A big thank you to the @USEmbassyBW , Botswana for closing the technology gap, and recognising the need to build and support grassroots women enterpreneurs.