Fog-harvesting project wins prestigious UN award
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Momentum of Change recognize the transformative climate action that is already taking place on the ground. It is an initiative spearheaded by the UN Climate Change secretariat as part of wider efforts to mobilize action and ambition as national governments work toward implementing the Paris Climate Change Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Winning initiatives, called ‘Lighthouse Activities, highlight some of the most innovative, scalable and replicable examples of what people are doing to address climate change, in the hopes of inspiring others to do the same. This year’s winning activities comprise an impressive range of projects and personal stories that touch on sustainability, climate protection, environmental consciousness and social responsibility.
Dar Si Hmad Fog-Harvesting project, the world’s largest operational fog-water harvesting system located on the edge of Morocco’s Sahara Desert was announced today as one of 13 winners of the United Nations Momentum for Change award. The project has been awarded the prize under the Women for Results focus area which showcase women-led initiatives that address climate change.
Read the full post on Dar Si Hmad blog.
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