🌍 Rwanda's Green Growth & Climate Resilience Strategy: Pioneering a Sustainable Future 🌱
Join us as we dive into Rwanda's visionary Green Growth and Climate Resilience Strategy—a transformative national blueprint aimed at steering Rwanda towards a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Created through collaborative efforts between Rwanda's government, Oxford University's Smith School, and international partners, this strategy outlines an ambitious roadmap towards sustainable economic growth, energy security, and climate resilience. From innovative "big wins" in renewable energy and sustainable agriculture to "quick wins" that immediately impact local communities, this document is a comprehensive guide for a greener Rwanda.
This episode will cover:
Rwanda's bold goals for 2050, including climate adaptation, urban development, and food security
Key challenges like urban sprawl, reliance on rain-fed agriculture, and high population density
Strategic pillars and actionable "big wins" such as geothermal power and high-density urban planning
Steps towards funding and implementing these initiatives through the National Fund for Climate and Environment (FONERWA)
📈 Learn how Rwanda's efforts can inspire global sustainable development!
