Africa Climate Forum: Top Govt Officials, Industry Experts to Brainstorm in Abuja

Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja 

Top government functionaries, a diverse community of leaders of thought, innovators, policymakers and industry experts are billed to brainstorm in Abuja at an Africa Climate Forum with the aim of eliciting a change in the energy landscape in Nigeria and the entire African continent.

The forum is put together by the a leading international organisation dedicated to advancing sustainability, promoting legal excellence and fostering economic development.

GCLBE Director General, Dr.George Nwangwu, and the event planner, Phil Okoroafor, who announced this in a statement in Abuja, Tuesday, said the event with the theme ‘Powering the Future: Financing Energy Transition for Sustainable Progress’ holds between October 10 and 11, 2023 at the Armed Forces Officers Complex, Asokoro, Abuja.

According to the organisers, “The world is at a pivotal moment in its pursuit of a sustainable future, and this conference serves as a beacon of hope and progress; and with the aim of accelerating the global transition to clean and sustainable energy sources. It will also feature an exciting and innovative exhibition.”

Key highlights of the conference include inspiring keynotes with visionaries from various sectors sharing insights into the latest developments in energy transition and sustainable financing and interactive panel discussions.

Engaging conversations on the most pressing topics in clean energy, finance and sustainability will be led by experts at the forefront of change.

The event will also showcase innovations, which would explore groundbreaking technologies, projects and solutions driving the global transition to sustainable energy sources.

The gathering will also feature networking opportunities where participants will connect with like-minded professionals and create lasting partnerships that will drive actionable change, as well as pitching opportunity for renewable energy Startups.

“The Africa Climate Forum is not just an event; it’s a movement and an opportunity for all of us to come together, share insights, and collaborate on the solutions that will power our sustainable future.

“We believe that showcasing innovative solutions is a crucial part of driving the energy transition forward, and so in addition to the inspiring conversations, we are putting together an exhibition to provide a platform for organisations to spotlight their contributions to a sustainable future,” the

statement said.