Extractive Based Countries News Today

The Commonwealth Secretariat has released a new practical guide to help governments manage costly oil and gas decommissioning activities, which are expected to surge as a result of the global energy transition.

By the end of the century, Africa will account for forty percent of global population, yet Africa accounts for two-thirds of the global extreme poor population. The continent thus needs to expand energy access for its rapidly growing population and industry, as well as provide access to clean cooking and electricity for millions of families.

This IDS blog argues that truly just transitions come as result of an active and informed dialogue between citizens and policymakers.