Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard Africa for Zero Waste

Zero Waste Revolution | Key insights from IZWCC and Methane Action & Environmental Justice Summit

--:--
In this episode, Niven Reddy (GAIA | Africa Regional Coordinator) talks to Ana Rocha (GAIA | Global Plastics Policy Director & Nipe Fagio | Executive Director), Mariel Vilella (GAIA | Global Climate Program Director), and Desmond Alugnoa (GAIA Africa | Zero Waste & Climate Program Manager) about the International Zero Waste Cities Conference (IZWCC) and the Methane Action and Environmental Justice Summit, both held in Dar es Salaam.

They delve into the goals and highlights of the IZWCC, the history of GAIA's partnership with Nipe Fagio, and the next steps for advancing zero waste initiatives. They also explore the relevance of methane mitigation and climate justice, share key outcomes of the Methane Summit, and discuss Africa's unique challenges and opportunities in zero waste and methane reduction. Plus, hear their insights on how these events shape the future of environmental action in Africa.
8 Aug English South Africa Society & Culture

Other recent episodes

Ensuring Effective Implementation of the Global Plastics Treaty

Needs for Global Production Reduction Targets Aligned with National Pledges. In this episode, we'll be discussing Plastic Is Pollution: Why Global Production Reduction Targets Aligned With National Obligations Are Needed For The Effective Implementation Of The Global Plastics Treaty. Join us as we explore the critical need to set global…
12 Nov 31 min

Adjusting the Lens on Plastic & Healthcare

In this episode, host Niven Reddy sits down with Mafoko Phomane (groundWork | Environmental Health Campaigner), Rico Euripidou (groundWork | Campaign Coordinator), Azeeza Rangunwala (groundWork | Global Green and Healthy Hospitals (GGHH) Coordinator), and Wassiana Trésor AVOMO ONDO (Gabon | Head of Regulatory Department, General Directorate of Environment and Sustainable…
3 Nov 32 min

Unpacking EV Batteries: Their End of Life and its Impact on the Energy Transition

In this episode, Kenza Sara Elazkem (GAIA Africa’s Movement Building Program Manager) discusses GAIA's new work on Electric Vehicle (EV) batteries and their end of life, with host Niven Reddy. They explore the challenges and opportunities that EV batteries present, their management at the end of life, and what this…
31 Oct 44 min

Addressing the Full Lifecycle of Plastics for the GPT

In this episode, podcast host Niven Reddy engages in a conversation with a panel of experts including Daniela Duran (Center for International Environmental Law - CIEL), Weyinmi Okotie (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives and Break Free From Plastics Africa), Sam Adukumi (EnviroHealth Consult and part-time senior lecturer at University of…
19 Apr 58 min
All episodes