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ONEPlanET at the LoCEL-H2 Webinar: "Energy for Africa"

We are excited to announce that ONEPlanET will be participating in the upcoming LoCEL-H2 webinar, "Energy for Africa," on June 4th, 2024. Our representatives, Serena Scotton and Esti Sanvicente, will be featured speakers at this event, providing insights into our innovative work and strengthening our collaboration with LoCEL-H2, a sister project dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.

Event Details:

- Webinar Title: Energy for Africa
- Date: June 4th, 2024
- Time: 10:00 - 15:00
- Registration Link: https://bit.ly/H2-Webinar

Featured ONEPlanET Speakers:

- Serena Scotton will present on "The WEF Nexus Models We Are Developing at ONEPlanET," highlighting the integration of water, energy, and food systems to promote sustainability and resilience.
- Esti Sanvicente will present on "Capacity Building and Co-Design Activities in ONEPlanET Case Studies," sharing our recent efforts and successes in engaging communities and stakeholders in three pilot locations.

Join us to learn more about our work in the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus and the impactful capacity-building activities we have been conducting. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts and explore innovative solutions for sustainable energy in Africa.

Register now and be part of this insightful webinar!

📸 ONEPlanET is excited to have been part of the Cyprus Institute's 2024 sCYence Fair!

The ONEPlanET team in Cyprus, represented by Natalie Kafantari and Constantinos Kritiotis, created an engaging booth experience that left attendees buzzing with excitement. Through an interactive game focusing on the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus, we bridged the gap between science and fun, captivating minds of all ages.

Participants engaged in the challenge, sorting through 54 solution cards to tackle pressing environmental issues. With each card representing a unique solution, tool, or application, the game encouraged us to think about sustainability in our daily lives. As stickers were placed on the board to indicate whether the solutions were sustainable or unsustainable, a collective awareness of our impact on the environment emerged.

This event demonstrated the value of collaboration and innovation in tackling global challenges. ONEPlanET is grateful for the opportunity to inspire change and spark conversations about building a more sustainable future. Together, we can make a difference!

Visit our website at https://oneplanetproject.eu/ to learn more.

💫We are excited to announce our participation in the sCYence Fair, an event igniting scientific curiosity in young minds in Cyprus, on April 17th, 2024!

The Cyprus Institute organizes the sCYence Fair, which aims to stimulate scientific interest and support the next generation of Cypriot scientists by providing a forum for them to broaden their knowledge and scientific perspectives.

At our booth, children will go on an exciting journey through the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus and sustainable solutions. They'll use interactive games to match solutions to their effects, learning how small actions can have a big impact. ♻
Our interactive booth will have the following features:

➜ A WEF nexus board game
➜ Sustainable solution matching activity
➜ Engaging discussions on environmental challenges and solutions

We can't wait to meet the next generation of scientist in the WEF sectors from Cyprus

Don't forget to check out the sCYence Fair website to learn more about this exciting event: https://scyence.cyi.ac.cy/en/

📢Happening today!

We are thrilled to announce that our ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop is taking place today! Join us and our outstanding lineup of speakers.

Zoom Details:
- Meeting ID: 838 6979 5414 Passcode: 621225
- Meeting link: bit.ly/op-workshop

🌟 Introducing Our Moderator! 🌟

We are delighted to introduce Lydia Ezenwa, a Senior Programmes Officer at AfriLabs, who will serve as the moderator for our upcoming event. Lydia is a trailblazer in impact-driven development, boasting a versatile skill set in project management, capacity development, technology, and innovation.

With a track record of spearheading transformative business change and technology projects for international organizations, social enterprises, and nonprofits, Lydia brings a wealth of experience to the table.

Her expertise spans international development, project outsourcing, and specialized work in innovation, education, women's rights, and child protection. Get ready to be guided through insightful discussions and thought-provoking sessions under Lydia's expert moderation!

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leader in the field! Register now and secure your spot: Bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

📢Join us in welcoming Constantinos Kritiotis, Innovation Assistant at The Cyprus Institute, who will be facilitating two insightful workshops on co-creation at the ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop taking place on the 28th of March 2024.

1. Co-creation: Mapping of Existing Solutions

2. Co-creation: Identifying New Solutions

With a BSc in Marketing Management and an MSc in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, Constantinos has a wealth of knowledge and experience in innovation and entrepreneurship. His expertise in co-creation, quintuple helix collaboration, and living lab initiatives will provide invaluable insights during these workshops.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a leader in the field! Register now and secure your spot: Bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

❗We are excited to announce that Natalie Kafandari, a Senior Innovation Officer at The Cyprus Institute, will be facilitating two important sessions at our upcoming event: 'Co-creation: Mapping of Existing Solutions' and 'Co-creation: Identifying New Solutions'.

Natalie brings with her a wealth of experience in Intellectual Property Management, Knowledge Transfer, and Entrepreneurship. She has over 15 years of experience in senior positions in the services and consumer goods sectors of Cyprus, managing large diverse teams. Her expertise in building and implementing complex processes and systems, creating bespoke manuals and training material, and bringing new products and services to the market will undoubtedly enrich our discussions.

Join us as we delve into these critical topics under Natalie's expert guidance. Register now and secure your spot: Bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

🤝Meet Fabio Maria Montagnino, a renowned biophysicist and special Scientist at The Cyprus Institute's STEDIRC, who will be presenting at the ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop.

For the last twenty-five years, Fabio has been promoting socio-economic transformations through open innovation frameworks and knowledge transfer actions. His interest has been focused on system change towards sustainable development, through the holistic combination of creativity, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

He will be presenting on "Empowering Transformation: Advancing system change in the Water-Energy-Food Nexus". This is a unique opportunity to gain insights from a leader who has been involved in more than 30 research and innovation projects and clustering actions, holding the role of coordinator and team leader in many of those.

Join us to hear from Fabio and other innovation experts at the ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop.

Reserve your spot now! bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

📢 We are thrilled to announce that Prof. Fadi Georges Comair will be presenting at the ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop. His presentation on "Towards a Mediterranean WEFE Nexus community of practice", promises to be an enlightening experience for all attendees.

Prof. Comair's illustrious career includes serving as Chairman of UNESCO's Intergovernmental Hydrological Program (IHP), representing Arab countries as IHP Vice-President, and holding professorship at The Cyprus Institute. He has also been the Director of the Research, Environment, Energy and Water Centre (EEWRC).

His commitment to innovation and technology is evident in his contributions to projects like the "Atlas of Sustainable and Responsible Development" for France and the "French Seismic Rules". He has also played a significant role in infrastructure projects in Lebanon, including dams, drinking water treatment stations, and renewable energy projects.

Recognized for his contributions, Prof. Comair holds the honorary title of Diplomat, Water Resources Engineer (DWRE) from the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers (AAWRE). He is a member of the French Academy of Overseas Sciences “Académie des Sciences d'Outre-mer” (ASOM) and the Water Academy and has been honored as a Knight of the Legion of Honor and the National Order of Merit.

Join us at the workshop to gain insights from Prof. Comair's vast experience and expertise. Register now and secure your spot: Bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟

We are excited to announce our exceptional lineup for our upcoming ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop! Joining us are:

🎤 Professor Fadi George Comair: Presenting on "Towards a Mediterranean WEFE Nexus Community of Practice".

🎤 Fabio Maria Montagnino: Presenting on "Empowering Transformation: Advancing system change in the Water-Energy- Food Nexus"

🎤 Natalie Kafantari and Constantinos Kritiotis will facilitate an interactive co-creation workshop on Water-Energy-Food Nexus Solution Mapping

Lydia Ezenwa, Senior Programmes Officer at AfriLabs, will serve as the event's moderator.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from innovation experts, engage in meaningful discussions, and shape the future of sustainability!

Register now and secure your spot: Bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

➡ Join us for the ONEPlanET Open Innovation Workshop!

Are you a startup/MSME or individual passionate about sustainable solutions in areas of Water Energy and Food? Join us on March 28th, 2024, as we explore the innovation landscape of the Water-Energy-Food nexus, with a focus on Africa's sustainable transition.

Engage in discussions about relevant projects, open innovation initiatives, and mapping solutions for water, energy, and food challenges.

Don't pass up this opportunity to collaborate, share knowledge, and develop actionable strategies!

Secure your spot now and help shape a sustainable future! Register here. https://bit.ly/1Planet-workshop

🧵Exciting news from the ONEPlanET Project! 🎉

We're delighted to announce that three brilliant researchers have joined us for short stays at University of Valladolid and CARTIF! They'll be focusing on Nexus System Dynamics Modelling until the end of May.

Meet our researchers:
- Gladys Kerubo from Strathmore University (Kenya)
- Tsitsi Bangira and Nosipho Dlamini from University of KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa).

Let's welcome them and look forward to their contributions! 🌍💡

💫The Inkomati stakeholders' consultation workshop, held from February 20th to 22nd 2024, offered a pivotal platform for local stakeholders and other interested parties to collaborate, exchange insights, and propose strategies concerning the Water-Energy-Food Nexus within the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area.

The event featured dynamic sessions including the ONEPlanET Co-Design Workshop: Shaping the Future of the Water-Energy-Food Nexus, the ONEPlanET Policy Workshop and interviews, and the ONEPlanET Climate Sprint.

Through engaging discussions and interactive sessions, participants gained profound insights into the interdependencies among water, energy, and food systems in the region. They collectively identified pivotal challenges and promising opportunities for fostering sustainable development in the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area.

By the end of the workshop, there was a renewed sense of collaboration among stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of collective action in implementing innovative solutions aimed at enhancing resilience and resource efficiency in the region.

Join the ONEPlanET stakeholder community by emailing [email protected] or subscribing to our newsletter at https://oneplanetproject.eu/

📸 Recap of ONEPlanET Stakeholder Workshop in Songwe.

The Songwe stakeholders' consultation workshop held in , spanning from February 15th to 16th provided an important forum for local communities, government officials, researchers, NGOs, and other stakeholders from the Songwe Region and surrounding areas of the Basin to exchange ideas, suggestions, and recommendations about the potential impacts and benefits of the Water-Energy-Food Nexus.

Following the workshop, stakeholders in the Songwe River Basin make significant progress toward a more sustainable and equitable future. The policies and strategies developed at the event lay the groundwork for a resilient approach to water, energy, and food security that aligns with global sustainability goals.

To join the ONEPlanET stakeholder community, send an email to [email protected] or subscribe to our newsletter at https://oneplanetproject.eu/

Change

📆Happening tomorrow!

ONEPlanET will hold a stakeholder workshop tomorrow, February 20th to 22nd, 2024, in Inkomati, South Africa. This workshop will provide an important opportunity for stakeholders in the area and other interested groups to collaborate, share ideas, and make recommendations about the potential impacts and benefits of the Water-Energy-Food Nexus in the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area.

For more information about the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area, visit our website at https://oneplanetproject.eu/inkomati-usunthu-water-management-area-iuwma-southern-africa-south-africa. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates on this significant event.

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📅 Save the Date!

The ONEPlanET Stakeholders Workshop in Inkomati is set for Feb 20-22, 2024. Join local communities and stakeholders to discuss the impacts and benefits of the Water, Energy, and Food Nexus in the Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area, .

📍 Venue: Department of Water and Sanitation, Nelspruit

For more info, visit https://oneplanetproject.eu/ and subscribe to our newsletter for event updates.

Join us for the ONEPlanET Stakeholders Workshop at the Mdope Hotel in Mbeya from February 15th to 16th, 2024. This workshop will provide unique platform for the local communities, government officials, researchers, NGOs, and stakeholders from the Songwe Region and neighboring areas to dive into discussions about the Water-Energy-Food Nexus.

Your participation is crucial – be part of shaping the discussions and strategies that will pave the way for the long-term development of the Songwe River Basin.

Ready to join us? Secure your spot by registering at this link 👉🏾bit.ly/OP-SRB

📅 Mark your calendars for the ONEPlanET Stakeholders Workshop, which will take place in Inkomati from February 20th to 22nd, 2024. This workshop will provide an important platform for stakeholders within the local communities and other interested groups to exchange ideas, and recommendations about the potential impacts and benefits of the Water, Energy, and Food Nexus in Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area, in .

- Location: Department of Water and Sanitation, Nelspruit

Visit our website via the link in our bio to learn more about Inkomati-Usuthu Water Management Area and subscribe to our newsletter for updates on this important event.

The Songwe River Basin, spanning 15,000 hectares across Malawi and Tanzania in East Africa, is home to over 341,000 people. Unfortunately, up to 80% of the population residing in rural areas face poverty challenges. The basin is grappling with environmental degradation, erosion, and water scarcity, posing significant threats to both the socio-ecological functions and the livelihoods of its inhabitants.

To address these challenges, ONEPlanET is organizing a Stakeholder Workshop on Water-Energy-Food Nexus from the 15th -16th of February, 2024, specifically tailored for the Songwe River Basin. This workshop serves as a collaborative platform to address critical challenges and opportunities in the region. ONEPlanET aims to foster collaboration, share expertise, and implement sustainable solutions that will positively impact the Songwe River Basin’s holistic development.

Visit our website to learn more about the Songwe River Basin’s journey towards sustainability: www.oneplanetproject.eu/songwe-river-basin-east-africa-malawi-tanzania/

ONEPlanET will hold a stakeholder workshop at Mdope Hotel in Mbeya from February 15th to 16th, 2024. This workshop provides an important platform for local communities, government officials, researchers, NGOs, and other stakeholders from Songwe Region and surrounding areas of the Basin to exchange ideas, suggestions, and recommendations about the potential impacts and benefits of the Water, Energy, and Food Nexus.

As we navigate the complex interplay of water, energy, and food resources, this workshop will offer a unique opportunity for collaborative discussion. Participants will help shape discussions and develop strategies for the Songwe River Basin's long-term development.

Subscribe to our newsletter at https://oneplanetproject.eu/ to receive more information about this event.

Energy demand on the African continent is expected to increase by 60% by 2040, far more than anywhere else in the world. This highlights the need to overcome a number of social and infrastructural barriers that still prevent hundreds of millions of Africans from having access to electricity and clean water. How can we ensure a sustainable and inclusive energy transition in Africa?

Raquel López, a researcher at CARTIF , explores this question in her latest blog post "Leave no one behind". She shares her perspective on the energy transition in Africa and the challenges and opportunities it presents, and how the ONEPlanET Project, funded by the Horizon Europe Programme, is using a Water-Energy-Food Nexus approach to support the energy transition in Africa.

Read more in the blog 👉🏾

Leave no one behind - Blog CARTIF La transición energética en África implica un cambio en la forma de generar la energía y una oportunidad para impulsar el desarrollo sostenible.

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As we celebrate the season, we're grateful for the strides we've made together in the past 12 months. The Oneplanet project has been hard at work, empowering African policymakers, researchers, academia, investors, and citizens with the essential tools and knowledge to elevate clean energy generation, promote sustainable resource use, and bridge cultural and socio-economic gaps. Here's to a festive season filled with gratitude and anticipation for an even more sustainable future. Happy Holidays!

⏰ Happening today, ONEPlanET Stakeholder workshop! A Nexus Approach to Water, Energy, and Food Security in Mali.

📌 Bougouni, Mali
📅 December 6th to 7th, 2023

The workshop brings together policymakers to delve into strategic discussions on policy implementation within existing models. Share objectives to craft innovative energy planning and supply scenarios, to pave the way for a future that is not only robust but also resilient.

Centered around the crucial interlinkages between water, energy, and food (WET), the workshop will cast a spotlight on existing regional and continental policies that directly impact Mali.

Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dADMv9Rb

📢 Happening today!

ONEPlanET will participate in the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on the 5th of December 2023.

🌍 Join us for a session centered around "Global Energy Interconnection: Advancing Just and Inclusive Energy." Our commitment to shaping a sustainable and equitable energy landscape takes center stage in this discourse.

📧 Stay informed and be part of the conversation by subscribing to our newsletter. Discover insights on building a climate-resilient future. 👉 https://lnkd.in/d36sS_3P

⏰ Save the date for the ONEPlanET Stakeholder workshop happening in Bougouni, Mali from December 6th to 7th, 2023.

The workshop brings together policymakers to discuss feasible nexus policies for implementation in the models and to design energy planning and supply scenarios towards a more resilient future.

The workshop will focus on the Water-Energy-Food Security nexus and aims to collect data on existing policies related to water, energy, and food (WEF) nexus in Mali, as well as regional and continental policies that cover Mali.

To learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dADMv9Rb

🎙 Dive into the latest episode of "The Sustainability Journey"! hosted by Samuele Tini, featuring Dr. Christian Berretta, a seasoned researcher and consultant, delving into the realm of sustainable water solutions, climate adaptation, flood risk modeling, and more.

Listen now on your favorite platforms:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4t6WZlupm0Q10EfUTBpboz
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sustainability-journey/id1558252863