Last week we prayed for Africa Climate Week and the first global stocktake that demanded the Global North takes responsibility for its contribution to damage in Africa. There is a need for action that makes climate projects stronger and more effective, from design to implementation. However, what is missing is the importance of ensuring transparency and accountability by non-governmental groups, especially civil society and indigenous communities. Governments and private investors have committed billions of dollars to green initiatives, but up to 35% of climate action funds have been lost to corruption as many countries that receive climate finance have high levels of corruption. With the climate crisis worsening, there is immense pressure to disperse climate funds as quickly as possible, which can lead to decision-makers bypassing rules. Climate projects are often technical, resulting in a lack of accountability. Pray for climate-related investments around the world to reach their intended destination and be used effectively and inclusively. Pray for climate initiatives to have increased transparency. See also
Global: climate change and corruption
Written by David Fletcher 14 Sep 2023Additional Info
- Pray: for the implementation of anti-corruption safeguards and the development of strong oversight mechanisms. (1 Corinthians 10:13)
- More: healthpolicy-watch.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Nairobi-Declaration-on-Climate-Change-Eng.pdf