We’re in Johannesburg this week to present a vision of hope to Africa’s Energy Minister, especially those in sub-Saharan Africa with populations that depend heavily on unsustainable charcoal production and consumption. Our message is, “yes, we can get through this together.” It’s not unlike a 12-step program that demands we recognize the situation full-on and begin taking the necessary action. Hint: policy will be key.
We’re especially interested in speaking with Uganda’s Energy Minister, the Hon. Muloni Irene. Our interest is not just because we have a project in progress in her country, but because of this most recent article in allAfrica that highlights the looming charcoal crisis in the country.
In brief, the article with a scary, screaming headline that reads: “Energy Crisis Looming As Charcoal Prices Soar” is worth reading not just for its titillating headline, but because what’s happening in Uganda is on track to happen elsewhere in sub-Saharan Africa.
We’ll be reporting on the outcome of this week’s meeting with the minster and all things related to solid biomass fuels in Africa, so stay tuned!
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Its true this situation is happening in the great lake region.
I wish commisonors of the said meeting is attended technical persons for reason of productivity.
And keep us informed and procedings of this meeting.