TED Talks Daily A vision for sustainable energy in Africa | Chibeze Ezekiel
Apr 19, 2022
Chibeze Ezekiel, a climate inclusion activist from Ghana, passionately advocates for sustainable energy in Africa. He shares his journey of fighting against the construction of Ghana's first coal power plant, emphasizing the need for renewable energy investments. Ezekiel highlights the importance of community engagement in pushing for cleaner energy solutions and tackles the broader implications of energy access on health equity. His inspiring story underlines that development shouldn't compromise the environment or public health.
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Ghana's Coal Plant Reversal
- Chibeze Ezekiel, a climate activist, shared how Ghana halted plans for a coal plant.
- Community engagement and advocacy led to the government prioritizing renewable energy.
The True Cost of Coal
- Coal appears cheap economically, but its environmental and health costs are substantial.
- These hidden costs outweigh any economic benefits, especially in Africa.
Resisting Coal
- Resist coal plants by highlighting their negative impacts and offering clean alternatives.
- Involve local communities, as they are the most affected.