Ghana's delegation to COP29 secured $500 million in climate finance commitments from international partners. The funding will support Ghana's ambitious climate action agenda, including renewable energy, afforestation, and climate-smart agriculture.
The Minister of Environment presented Ghana's updated Nationally Determined Contribution, committing to a 30% reduction in emissions by 2030. This ambitious target for a developing country won international praise.
Key initiatives to receive funding:
- Solar energy installations across northern Ghana
- Expansion of the Green Ghana afforestation program
- Climate-resilient agriculture for cocoa farmers
- Coastal protection projects in Volta and Greater Accra
