Sustainable Energy & Climate Resilience
Our work here centers on the intersection of climate justice and energy transitions.
Our work here centers on the intersection of climate justice and energy transitions. We evaluate policies for scaling renewables in off-grid and peri-urban contexts, and co-develop adaptation strategies with communities facing climate shocks. By integrating gender-sensitive analyses and indigenous knowledge, we aim to ensure that resilience planning is both equitable and grounded in local realities. Outputs include toolkits for community-led adaptation and policy roadmaps for just energy transitions.
Nala Center Climate Research
Rethinking How Youth Shape the Future of Nature and Finance
By Isaac Mureithi
This brief interrogates the financialisation of nature through Nature-based Solutions (NbS), examining how ecological restoration initiatives intersect with market logics that commodify ecosystems.
Download file (PDF)Youth Environment Assembly 2025: Global Youth Declaration
A sophisticated policy instrument addressing the triple planetary crisis through systemic reform of multilateral environmental governance.
Download file (PDF)Nala Center Climate Research: COP29 Key Outcomes
Key outcomes and look ahead for Africa.
Download file (PDF)The Africa Climate Summit
Reconciling global climate goals and Africa's development agendas.
Download file (PDF)Key Resources
Youth Environment Assembly 2025 at UNEP
Over 500 young leaders convened to develop the Global Youth Declaration on the Environment, addressing the triple planetary crisis ahead of UNEA-7.
Read more →Nala Center advocates four key points ahead of Africa Climate Summit
A comprehensive brief outlining Nala Center's key recommendations for the upcoming Africa Climate Summit.
Read more →Nala Center debates global issues ahead of COP27
An in-depth analysis of the critical discussions and Nala Center's stance prior to COP27.
Read more →Research Briefs
Latest COPs on climate change, desertification and biodiversity
Key outcomes for Africa (2024-2025).
Download file (PDF)The human face of the climate crisis in Africa
Least responsible, Most vulnerable.
Download file (PDF)Growth without emissions?
Is carbon needed for Africa's development goals & economic.
Download file (PDF)Research Spotlights
Renewable Energy in Africa
Highlighting advancements and potential of renewable energy sources across the African continent.
Read more →The Climate Crisis and Food Insecurity in Africa
Examining the profound impact of climate change on food systems and security in various African regions.
Read more →External links
The African Climate Conversation
An article featuring insights from Nala Center on the outcomes and implications of COP27.
→Nala Center's best known entrepreneur and investor, speaks out on COP27Project Syndicate
A deep dive into the concept of climate justice and its relevance to the African continent.
→What climate justice means for AfricaNala Center's perspective on the significance of Africa Climate Week leading up to COP27.
→Africa Climate Week: a key step on the road to COP27African Business
An analysis of Africa's strategic position and demands at the Cop27 negotiations.
→Pascal Lamy: Africa's position at Cop27Paris Peace Forum
Nala Center's call to action for a people-centric approach to the global climate agenda.
→It's time for a climate change agenda for the people or our planetForeign Affairs
An exploration of the severe impact of climate change on food security across Africa.
→The Climate Crisis and Food Insecurity in Africa