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EDM-CAA Webinar to Spotlight Climate Mitigation and Adaptation in Sub-Saharan Africa
Gatineau, November 20, 2025 – The EDM-CAA initiative is pleased to announce its upcoming webinar, “Supporting Climate Mitigation and Adaptation in Sub-Saharan Africa,” scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST. This event will bring together leading experts and practitioners to share innovative approaches and practical solutions for building climate resilience across the region.
The session will open with welcoming remarks, followed by a keynote address from Gareth Phillips of the African Development Bank, who will share insights from his recent participation at COP30 in Belém, Brazil. Additional presentations will feature projects on clean technology in South Africa, geothermal prospects in Tanzania, and gender-focused adaptation strategies in Sierra Leone.
Featured Speakers Include:
- Denis Leclerc, Ecotech Québec – Mitigation and clean tech in South Africa
- Asenath Kiprono & David Townsend, Oxfam Consults and TownRock Energy – Geothermal prospects in Tanzania
- Lisa Pfister, Samuel Hall – Gender-focused adaptation solutions in Sierra Leone
Learn more about our speakers here.
The webinar will conclude with an interactive Q&A session, offering participants the opportunity to engage directly with speakers and moderators.
Registration: There’s still time to join! Please use the Zoom link to register and participate.
This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Global Affairs Canada and the collaboration of implementation partners Alinea International, Econoler, and WSP in Canada.
