On Monday, December 8, 2025, experts from the Chinese mainland and Africa gathered on the sidelines of the seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) to underscore the urgent need for clean energy investments. They highlighted how green energy solutions can both tackle the climate crisis and support sustainable livelihoods across communities in the Global South.
Bridging Climate Action and Community Well-being
The panelists stressed that accelerating the rollout of renewable technologies—such as solar, wind and hydro—can offer a dual benefit: cutting carbon emissions while creating jobs and driving economic growth. According to the experts, targeted financing and policy support are key to unlocking local projects that directly benefit vulnerable populations.
Calls for Collaborative Investment
Speakers at the event urged governments, international organizations and private investors to work together on innovative funding models. Public-private partnerships and blended finance mechanisms were singled out as powerful tools to de-risk green energy projects and ensure long-term viability.
Why It Matters for Young Global Citizens
For entrepreneurs, students and changemakers, the transition to clean energy represents a chance to shape the future of our planet. By supporting initiatives that align climate action with community needs, the next generation of leaders can drive lasting impact across borders.
As UNEA-7 continues, the momentum built around clean energy investment serves as a reminder: real progress on climate hinges on inclusive, well-financed solutions that lift communities while safeguarding the environment.
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Chinese, African experts: Clean energy vital to advance climate action
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