Western officials continue to push African nations to divest from fossil fuels in favor of renewable energy, but such a move would be detrimental to Africa’s economic growth. Renewable energy remains expensive and unreliable, while fossil fuels provide the dependable power necessary for industrialization. The Western push for “net zero” emissions is a multi-trillion dollar endeavor, and it is unlikely that Western countries will compensate Africa for lost development opportunities. Rather than following misguided policies, African nations should prioritize their own economic progress and ignore Western pressure.
A transition to renewable energy is riddled with obstacles, as outlined in a recent study by Kayla P. Garrett and co-workers. The research highlights the limited availability of infrastructure, energy grid congestion, and resource competition as significant barriers to achieving renewable energy goals. Even in developed nations, which possess superior infrastructure, renewable energy has not been able to meet demand reliably. Africa’s energy needs are even more pronounced, as nations require consistent and affordable electricity to power industries, households, and critical infrastructure. The intermittent nature of solar and wind power, coupled with the high costs of storage and grid upgrades, makes it impractical for nations with already strained economies to rely on renewables….
Africa’s path to economic development must prioritize reliable and affordable energy sources. The West’s demands for net zero compliance are unrealistic, costly, and ultimately harmful to African progress. Renewable energy remains inadequate to meet Africa’s industrialization needs, and the ethical argument for forcing decarbonization on the developing world is indefensible. African nations must reject ESG goals, learn from the failures of Western energy policies, and leverage their fossil fuel resources to secure economic prosperity. Ignoring misguided Western climate activism is not just a matter of national interest—it is a necessity for Africa’s future.
This is The ScienceTM speaking!!! It hasn’t quite entered their consciousness that there is no such thing as a rich low-energy economy or country. Such obvious facts just, somehow, manage to slip through the cracks of their observations. The whole CO2 scam is anti-scientific and pushed on by the ELite, who are looking for nothing more than total control of all human action in every sphere of life if there is any life left after they apply their science. As always, following the money is a critical action to take in any suspicious totalitarian endeavor.