As the global carbon market rapidly expands, the demand for high-integrity carbon credits—those that effectively drive both climate action and socio-economic development—has never been more pressing. Africa, with its abundant natural resources and vibrant communities, is uniquely positioned to seize this opportunity. However, to unlock its full potential, we must develop Benefit-Sharing Mechanisms (BSMs) that…
In a significant stride towards harnessing Africa's abundant renewable energy resources, CAP-A, in collaboration with Dalberg Research, has launched the beta version of their Energy Dashboard - a new online interactive energy platform. This dashboard provides detailed information on solar and wind energy potential across the continent, offering valuable insights for stakeholders in various sectors…
UK FCDO, FSD-Africa, and the Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) convened workshops with Zambian government officials and carbon market participants (April 2024, in Lusaka). Key discussion points highlighted challenges and opportunities for Zambia's carbon market: Limited Regulatory Scope: Currently, regulations only address REDD+ projects, creating a perception of risk for other carbon initiatives. While…
COP 28 is THE global event when we talk about climate action, but does that mean it’s an even playing field in terms of opportunities for nations? Our guest today, Carlijn Nouwen, Co-Founder of CAP-A covers an important question: how do we empower Africa?