Uproar over proposal by African leaders to invest in fossil fuels
A coal power plant in South Africa. Scientists have warned that the production of fuels contributes to greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide, which are responsible for the changing climate. PHOTO | MUJAHID SAFODIEN | AFP
Climate lobbyists have faulted African leaders over their retrogressive proposal on investment in fossil fuels despite scientists warning that countries should move away from the production and use of the fuels. Fossil fuels are made from plants and animals that decompose to form natural gas, petroleum and coal.
Scientists have persistently warned that the production of such fuels contributes to greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide, which are responsible for the changing climate. This call on investments was done during a meeting held in July by Africa’s technical committee on energy in their 41st Ordinary session, which adopted the African Common Position on Energy Access and Just Transition.
