By Zamzam Osman - Reporter
DJIBOUTI (Dawan) — Djibouti is drafting a national strategy to address rising heat and climate change with sustainable cooling and clean energy, the Energy Ministry said.
The planned Djibouti National Cooling Plan forms part of government efforts to reduce the impact of extreme heat, expand clean energy use and improve sustainable cooling infrastructure, the ministry said in a statement.
Djibouti’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Yonis Ali Guedi, received a delegation from the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE), which is visiting the country to support preparation of the new strategy.
The minister described RCREEE as a “strategic partner” in advancing renewable energy development and energy efficiency initiatives in Djibouti.
Officials said the plan will be developed through a multi-sector approach involving industries that rely heavily on cooling services, including healthcare, agriculture, fisheries, transport and construction.
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The strategy will also focus on strengthening cold-chain systems for food and medical supplies while promoting environmentally friendly cooling technologies.
RCREEE Director General, Dr. Maged Mahmoud, said the organisation would continue expanding cooperation with Djibouti in solar energy development and technical training for civil servants.
Djibouti faces increasing temperatures and prolonged heatwaves that threaten public health, food security, water resources and energy systems, worsening the effects of climate change.
The new plan is also expected to help reduce dependence on imported fuel, lower greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen the country’s energy security and climate resilience.