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AfDB Approves $10 Million Loan for Namibian Green Ammonia Project

AfDB Approves $10 Million Loan for Namibian Green Ammonia Project

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $10 million loan to support Hyphen Hydrogen Energy's green ammonia project in Namibia. This funding, sourced from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa, will facilitate front-end engineering and design studies for renewable energy generation, battery storage, and desalination infrastructure. The project aims to produce two million tons of green ammonia annually for export, while also contributing to local economic development. It includes plans for significant renewable energy capacity, desalination facilities, and infrastructure improvements, promising substantial job creation and economic benefits for Namibia.

Sedna Africa Expands Industrial Connectivity Across the Continent

Sedna Africa Expands Industrial Connectivity Across the Continent

Sedna Africa is advancing its role in Africa's industrial transformation by deploying cutting-edge technology across mining, ports, energy, and infrastructure sectors. The company has achieved a world-first in Zimbabwe with an automated solution for underground mining operations. Sedna is also transforming African ports, such as the Port of Beira in Mozambique, with private mobile networks. The company is expanding into energy and infrastructure monitoring, using distributed fibre sensing to enhance resilience. Sedna's investment in a Network Operations Centre in Johannesburg underscores its commitment to leading Africa's industrial connectivity.

China's $80 Billion Cleantech Investment Targets Emerging Markets Amid U.S. Tariffs

China's $80 Billion Cleantech Investment Targets Emerging Markets Amid U.S. Tariffs

Chinese firms have invested approximately $80 billion in overseas clean technology projects over the past year, according to a report by Climate Energy Finance. This investment surge is largely driven by a need to address a supply glut in green technologies such as solar panels and batteries. The report highlights that 75% of China's low-carbon foreign direct investment is concentrated in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Notable projects include an $8.28 billion green hydrogen initiative in Nigeria and a $6 billion battery factory in Indonesia. These investments are seen as opportunities for emerging economies to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and participate in the technological revolution.

NASA's AVIRIS-5 Begins Mapping Lithium and Critical Minerals in the American West

NASA's AVIRIS-5 Begins Mapping Lithium and Critical Minerals in the American West

NASA has launched its new imaging spectrometer, AVIRIS-5, to conduct operational flights over the western United States. This initiative aims to map rocks containing lithium and other critical minerals as part of the Geological Earth Mapping Experiment (GEMx) campaign, in collaboration with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The AVIRIS-5, located in the nose of NASA's ER-2 aircraft, offers twice the spatial resolution compared to its predecessor, enabling detailed mapping of mineral resources. The spectrometer's flights have covered over 200 hours this year, focusing on areas in California, Nevada, and other states. The data collected will aid in accelerating the discovery and assessment of resources crucial for the energy transition.

OCP and UNIDO Partner to Advance Agricultural and Industrial Development

OCP and UNIDO Partner to Advance Agricultural and Industrial Development

The Moroccan OCP Group has partnered with the UN Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to promote agricultural transformation and low-carbon industrial development. The partnership involves a 5-year renewable agreement focusing on plant nutrition, sustainable industrial development, and digital innovation. The collaboration aims to strengthen agricultural value chains, support green hydrogen and ammonia development, and advance the decarbonization of industrial processes. The partnership also emphasizes cooperation in Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, and the development of smart industrial parks. OCP's Chief Sustainability & Innovation Officer, Hanane Mourchid, highlighted the partnership's role in fostering resilient growth and supporting a sustainable transition.

Schneider Electric Highlights Volunteer Impact in Africa During GivingTuesday Event

Schneider Electric Highlights Volunteer Impact in Africa During GivingTuesday Event

Schneider Electric, a leader in energy technology, celebrated GivingTuesday with a virtual event that showcased the impact of its VolunteerIn program across English-speaking Africa. The event, themed 'Everyone Can Make a Change,' brought together volunteers, beneficiaries, and leaders from Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Since 2018, the VolunteerIn program has facilitated over 84,000 volunteer days, focusing on community upliftment. The event featured a live panel with community partners, highlighting initiatives like the 'Conserve My Planet' program, which addresses climate change impacts on low-income communities. Schneider Electric's efforts emphasize technical expertise and mentorship to empower youth with practical skills and environmental awareness.

China funnelled $80 billion into overseas cleantech in past year, report says

China funnelled $80 billion into overseas cleantech in past year, report says

By Colleen Howe BEIJING, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Chinese firms have committed some $80 billion in clean technology investments overseas over the past year as they sought new markets to absorb a supply glut, according to a report by Australian research group Climate Energy Finance (CEF).

China Invests $80 Billion in Overseas Clean Technology Amid U.S. Tariffs

China Invests $80 Billion in Overseas Clean Technology Amid U.S. Tariffs

Chinese firms have invested approximately $80 billion in overseas clean technology over the past year, according to a report by Climate Energy Finance. This investment surge is driven by a need to address a supply glut in green technology products like solar panels and batteries. The report highlights that many countries have increased their cooperation with China in response to U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump. China's foreign investments in clean energy infrastructure are creating new markets for its products, with significant projects in regions such as Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Notable projects include a green hydrogen initiative in Nigeria and a battery factory in Indonesia.

Bolt Expands Electric Motorcycle Fleet in Nairobi, Boosting Clean Transport

Bolt Expands Electric Motorcycle Fleet in Nairobi, Boosting Clean Transport

Bolt, a leading ride-hailing service, has announced that over 40% of its motorcycle fleet in Nairobi, Kenya, is now electric. This milestone makes Bolt the largest provider of electric motorcycles in the country's ride-hailing industry. The company has recorded 4.8 million electric vehicle rides in Kenya over the past year, reflecting a significant shift towards sustainable transport solutions. Bolt's partnership with M-KOPA has facilitated the onboarding of 1,700 riders, providing them with access to electric bikes through flexible financing models. This initiative is part of Bolt's broader strategy to reduce emissions and lower operating costs for riders, contributing to Kenya's clean transport ambitions.

TotalEnergies Acquires Operatorship of Namibia's Mopane Discovery in Deal with Galp

TotalEnergies Acquires Operatorship of Namibia's Mopane Discovery in Deal with Galp

TotalEnergies Acquires Operatorship of Namibia's Mopane Discovery in Deal with Galp

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China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's trade surplus tops $1 trillion as its exports surge

China's exports returned to growth in November after an unexpected contraction in October, pushing its trade surplus for 2025 past the $1 trillion mark for the first time