Supporting Africa’s efforts to abate methane emissions - Progress towards the Global Methane Pledge ​

Date: Thursday 7​ September 2023

Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm EAT 

Location: River Limpopo Room, Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) 

This is an official side-event of the Africa Climate Week 2023 and is being led by the African Development Bank (AfDB). Live streaming link.

The findings of the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change for 2022 have highlighted the imperative need for action on methane emissions, a potent but transient climate forcer responsible for nearly one-third of historical warming. According to the African Development Bank (AfDB)’s 2022 report, annual methane emissions (excluding livestock) are 4,7 million tonnes of CH4, equivalent to 160 million tonnes of CO2e. Oil and gas emissions are the highest (48%), followed by waste (35%), wastewater (16%), and coal (1%).  

This imperative necessitates a concerted and well-informed effort, and addressing this obstacle is crucial to achieving a sustainable future. Global partnerships, such as the UNEP-convened Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and the Global Methane Pledge (GMP), have already stimulated action plans, regulations, and funding opportunities for emission reduction. 

The primary objective of this event, organized by the AfDB, is to bring together experts, policymakers, and interested parties to discuss strategies, challenges, and opportunities for reducing methane emissions through plans for the launch of a fourth call for proposals on methane abatement under the ACCF, Global Methane Pledge, collaborative partnerships, and innovative mitigation techniques to contribute to Africa's pursuit of climate resilience. 

Explore UNEP's full list of activities during Africa Climate Week/Africa Climate Summit 2023.