Fostering a Sustainable Future in Somalia: Examining the Effects of Industrialization, Energy Consumption, and Urbanization on Environmental Sustainability
This study examines the effects of energy consumption, industrialization, and urbanization on environmental sustainability in Somalia from 1990 to 2020. The analysis demonstrates that energy consumption significantly contributes to environmental pollution due to Somalia’s reliance on fossil fuels and biomass, while industrialization, despite its modest scale in the
Pathways to sustainable development in Somalia: evaluating the impact of agriculture, renewable energy, and urbanisation on ecological footprints and CO2 emissions
The paper investigates the environmental impacts of agriculture, renewable energy, economic growth, and urbanization on Somalia’s ecological footprints and CO2 emissions, using time-series data from 1990 to 2020. The findings reveal that while agriculture and renewable energy significantly reduce both ecological footprints and CO2 emissions in the long run, agri
Anticipating La Niña in Somalia: Urgent Preparedness Needed!
Somalia is projected to face severe drought conditions with below-average rainfall, posing serious risks to agriculture, water resources, and food security. This comes after the devastating El Niño-induced flooding of 2023, which displaced millions and caused widespread damage. To mitigate the potential crisis, ICE highlights key actions, including enhancing early wa
Mogadishu Environmental Summit 2024: A Collective Call for Climate Justice
The Mogadishu Environmental Summit 2024 marked a pivotal moment in Somalia’s journey toward climate resilience and environmental sustainability. Held at Jazeera Palace, the summit brought together over 400 diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, academics, private-sector leaders, environmental activists, and community representatives, committe