The Role of BRI in Africa’s Green Transitions

Overview

Since its launch, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has become China’s flagship platform for global infrastructure cooperation and it has evolved to include a growing emphasis on sustainability, in line with China’s dual carbon goals and the Paris Agreement. With over $155 billion invested in African infrastructure, China is Africa’s largest development partner and green projects are on the rise.

This webinar will explore how the BRI is contributing to Africa’s green transition. It will assess the evolution of BRI-supported projects to include solar, wind, geothermal energy, green logistics, and eco-industrial parks. Experts will also share insights on how African governments can shape BRI partnerships to prioritize climate resilience, sustainability, and inclusive growth.

Why Join?

Get exclusive insights on Africa-China Green Cooperation
Learn how BRI and green finance mechanisms are reshaping Africa’s path to sustainable development.
Engage with top voices, experts and policymakers.
Discover how Africa can unlock climate financing while managing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks.
Get policy insights on sustainable infrastructure development
Understand how BRI projects can align with Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Learn how African governments and private sectors can shape greener BRI projects that prioritize climate resilience and local impact.

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Webinar Objectives

This webinar aims to:

Interrogate the evolution of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to include green and sustainable projects in Africa, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
Showcase successful case studies of BRI-funded green projects across the continent, including solar, wind, geothermal, and eco-industrial initiatives.
Explore opportunities for African governments and stakeholders to shape BRI engagements that advance climate adaptation and resilience goals.
Promote dialogue on aligning BRI investments with Africa’s Agenda 2063 and global climate goals such as the Paris Agreement.
Strengthen the understanding of green finance mechanisms within BRI cooperation, including ESG frameworks and climate finance instruments.
Encourage cross-sectoral collaboration among African and Chinese institutions to co-create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient development pathways.