A huge fossil fuel project in East Africa has sparked fierce push back. A string of banks and insurers have refused their backing and environmental groups warn the project is a global warming, ecological and human rights disaster.
The newly developed trade channel between Tanzania and EU countries paves the way for further collaboration between Europe and Africa in renewable energy projects.
The need for creative thinking, widespread cooperation and radical climate solutions is more than ever as this year is expected to bring about another round of climate-related calamities.
The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the planned East African Crude Oil Pipeline this week, dealing another blow to the controversial project, which numerous banks and insurers have declined to back.
The 900-mile pipeline would bring needed revenue to Uganda and Tanzania. But it would disrupt thousands of lives and key wildlife habitat—to say nothing of its climate impact.
Tanzania is testing its new electric rail line as part of its commitment to reducing carbon emissions by moving away from diesel powered trains used by its regional peers.
