By: Alex Adi
Issues on climate change education and finance remain a challenge in mitigating the climate crisis in Ghana.
At the Ghana Pavillion in Baku at the ongoing COP 29 Summit in Azerbaijan, there were mixed reactions as to whether Ghana has fully explored all areas in minimising the devastating effect of climate change.
Speakers at a special dialogue spearheaded by the Jospong Group of COMPANIES and the EPA said Ghana’s approach to climate change action must take a positive approach. Latest reports indicate Ghana needs close to 15 billion dollars to tackle the climate crisis.
The funds, mostly through international aid, are intended to support critical climate adaptation initiatives in the country. According to a case study by the EPA, Ghana’s related climate expenditure is contributing to public debt.
Coastal erosion and rising sea levels are also taking a toll on Ghana’s coastal communities, and players in the climate sector say there is the need for education and preparation among residents.
The Minister for Communication and Digitalisation Mrs. Ursula Owusu Ekuful, called on all government agencies to unite in developing a comprehensive approach to climate resilience.
Some participants, including media personnel, were not happy about the low education drive on climate change issues and called for concerted efforts at addressing the ever-increasing global threat to the climate and the environment.
Without adequate financing, developing nations have warned that they will struggle to offer ambitious updates to their climate goals, which countries are required to submit by early next year.
