On Tuesday, the Algerian Ministry of Environment and Renewable Energies secured a $3 billion aid package from the United Nations Green Fund, as disclosed by Lemita Bilel, advisor to the minister.
The objective of this substantial aid is to support the formulation of Algeria’s second strategic plan to counteract climate change impacts.
During a televised interview, Bilel underscored that while Algeria is not the driving force behind global climate changes, it is rightfully entitled to financial backing to curate its second climate adaptation strategy.
The Algerian official elaborated on the ministry’s relentless endeavors in recent years to compile a comprehensive national climate plan.
This plan acts as a key tool to scrutinize the adverse implications of climate change across various sectors, thereby facilitating the development of appropriate counteractive measures.
“The groundwork of our first plan has been laid successfully, and we are now set to initiate the second plan to address the substantial challenges posed by climate change across diverse fields,” Bilal confirmed.
He further explained that the forthcoming plan would encapsulate the execution of urban-level strategies, developed in collaborative partnerships with individual government sectors. These sectors are tasked with undertaking studies, engineering mechanisms, and suggesting strategic measures for implementation.
Bial also unveiled the initiation of an environmental preservation program, involving wide-scale cleaning initiatives spanning beaches and forest areas during the summer months.
In line with the state’s unwavering commitment to environmental health, He assured that the beachfront would only be accessible post a thorough analysis of their water quality. Furthermore, consistent surveillance would be maintained over beaches and forest territories during the summer period.
In her closing remarks, the advisor emphasized Algeria’s enduring dedication to environmental stewardess, a commitment that has held firm since its independence.
This steadfast dedication has earned Algeria a place as an environmental exemplar on both the African and international stages. Belal pointed out the Green Dam project as a testament to this commitment – a protective green belt safeguarding the country from desertification and drought while serving as a significant carbon absorbent.
