environmental sustainability namibia

Climate Change and Global Warming in Namibia: Environmental …

Namibia is the driest country in sub-Saharan Africa [16]. The country is characterized by high climatic variability in the form of persistent droughts, unpredictable and variable rainfall patterns ...

Scoping a Green Future for Namibia under the New Green …

Namibia is highly committed to achieving its global agenda''s implantation status such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG''s) and the long-term national development …

Ethics and Environmental Sustainability: A Namibian Rural …

Anyolo, Eveline Omagano and Iipinge, Sakaria Mwashindange, Ethics and Environmental Sustainability: A Namibian Rural Community Perspective (July 18, 2023). OIDA International Journal of Sustainable …

Namibia''s Living Earth Expo promotes environmental protection, sustainability

Namibia''s Living Earth Expo promotes environmental protection, sustainability. WINDHOEK, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- From exhibits of eco-friendly products and organic food to artistic items, the ...

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To support Namibia''s aim for environmental sustainability, the Hanns Seidel Foundation has started two projects. Since 2015 the ThinkNamibia campaign focuses on climate change, while the PREN-project aims to implement a shift towards renewable energies starting in 2017.

Namibia''s NDC UPDATE

In the energy sector, the national sustainable energy strategy of Namibia looks to introduce new emissions reducing technologies and encourage healthier practices that are more …

Namibia adopts National Environment Education and ESD Policy

Namibia has become the first country in the SADC region to have a stand-alone National Environmental Education (EE) and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) …

Namibia and UN Forge New Partnership for Sustainable …

On Environmental Sustainability, tangible progress has been achieved in disaster management, exemplified by the significant reduction in internally displaced individuals from 3,900 to 2,000. Furthermore, all 14 regions of Namibia have taken proactive measures by developing disaster risk management/contingency plans, illustrating a …

Namibia .:. Sustainable Development Knowledge Platform

Reflecting its commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Namibia volunteered to undertake a second national review of SDGs in 2021. The focus will be on three SDGs dimensions, namely, Economic, Social and Environmental which are comprehensively integrated in the fifth National Development Plan (NDP 5) pillars ...

Nandi-Ndaitwah''s contributions honoured at Sustainable Development Awards

1 · 2 Minutes Ago - 2024-06-24 00:45:00. Namibia''s vice-president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was honoured with a Thought Leadership award last week for her significant contributions to environmental sustainability in Nam ... If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing, please log out and back in. Free access to articles from 12:00.

Namib Desert Environmental Education Trust …

At the core of NaDEET''s projects are our environmental education centres, with cross-cutting projects complementing NaDEET''s vision for an environmentally literate Namibia taking actions for a sustainable …

Namibia | UNEP

Create a safe and pedestrian-friendly transport system and roads environment for pedestrians and cyclists'' Sustainable Urban Transport Master Plan (SUTMP). Background Namibia is a large country in Southern Africa that borders the South Atlantic Ocean, with a relatively small population. Windhoek''s population is rapidly growing at 4.3 % per annum, …

Future Pasts | Environmental sustainability | Namibia

Given a time of global environmental crisis, Future Pasts is a cross-disciplinary Arts and Humanities research project exploring sustainability in west Namibia Future Pasts is a cross-disciplinary Arts and Humanities research project exploring understandings and practices of sustainability in west Namibia, where three of our UK-based academics …

The story of sustainable charcoal in Namibia

The story of sustainable charcoal in Namibia. As Namibia sees climate change increasingly affecting the country, FSC certification has become a sustainable, environmentally and economically beneficial solution, providing better working conditions and future prospects for thousands of small farmers. October 23, 2020.

Green Hydrogen: A People-Centred Approach to Sustainable Development in Namibia …

By adopting a people-centred approach, green hydrogen can be more than just an energy solution; it can be a pathway to a sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future for Namibia and its citizens. The role of development partners, including the UNDP, is pivotal in supporting the Namibian government in this transition.

Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia | LinkedIn

42. Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia. 8,585 followers. 1mo. The EIF is seeking qualified local service providers to submit Quotations for consultancy services. The project involves developing project pipelines, concept notes, and submissions to the Green Climate Fund for Direct Access Entities in Namibia.

Environment incidents

An environmental incident can be defined as an event (or a continuous or repetitive series of events) that resulted in or had the potential to result in a negative impact on the environment. The following occurrences are classified as environmental incidents: Fuel, oil and lubricant spillages. Incorrect separation and disposal of waste.

Namibia Voluntary National Review 2021 Key messages

1. Environmental sustainability . In reducing to wildlife, Namibia has made considerable efforts in combating poaching by strengthening institutional coordination to combat wildlife …

Promotion of Carbon Markets in Namibia for an enhanced …

Namibia has little historical or current responsibility for global climate change with the country''s GHG emissions representing less than 1% of total global emissions. While …

Reduce, reuse and recycle for a green Namibia

3. Reduce, reuse and recycle for a green Namibia. Africa-Press – Namibia. In a world grappling with unprecedented environmental challenges, it is paramount to grasp the far-reaching consequences of our actions on our planet. In an article, titled "Nurturing Namibia''s Green Future", in the New Era newspaper of 5 September …

2021 Namibia Sustainable Development Awards

Deadline for applications – 19th April 2024 at 13:00 03/01/2024 12:00 04/11/4 13:00 Africa/Windhoek Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia Deadline for applications The Namibia Sustainable Development …

Namibia | Green Climate Fund

26 Aug 2019 / The Green Climate Fund has come a step closer to helping Namibia''s Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) utilise the resilience of ecosystems to help communities withstand climate change. GCF and EIF have signed a Funded Activity Agreement (FAA) which opens the way for the implementation of a project in Namibia …

How Namibia is moving towards a green and blue economy

Accordingly, Namibia is poised to tackle climate change, by establishing a green economy that will drive our economic recovery as envisioned for African countries …

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We are listed on the ASX and NSX, and traded on the OTCQX Market in the US. Suite 7, 245 Churchill Ave. Subiaco, Perth 6008 Western Australia. +61 8 9381 1436. info@bmnenergy . We support decarbonization of power, industry and transport – but are realistic and recognise the challenges of decarbonizing economies.

Mining for Environmental Sustainability: An Epochal …

Sustainability is here to stay for a long time, so they say, as several nations on the continent of Africa continue to investigate various methods to access their natural riches for commercial gains. If you would …

Environmental Awareness for Sustainable …

Sustainable environmental development has always been a cornerstone of Namibia''s progress as a young nation and emerging economy. With the rich natural environment and resources that the country boasts, there …

How Namibia is moving towards a green and blue …

Namibia launched its Second Harambee Prosperity Plan (HPPII) in March 2021. The country is on course to develop a green and blue economy as articulated under the economic advancement pillar of …

TH!NK NAMIBIA

The TH!NK Namibia Campaign serves the interested public and targeted individuals with information and educational content related to aspects of environmental …

(PDF) Chapter 4: Environmental Law in Namibia – an Overview

The strategy identified to address Namibia''s vulnerability to climate change is to make. use of strategic environmental assessments to guide development decision -making. Namibia''s Fifth ...

Namibia | One Ocean Hub

Our research in Namibia seeks to learn from people who rely on the ocean, in order to understand the pressing challenges facing marine ecosystems and ensure that the blue economy supports sustainable ''blue'' communities. White pelican by the pier in Walvis Bay, Namibia. Photo: Laura Meriläinen. The coast of Namibia is part of an ...