Cape Verde Islands

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Promises: African negotiators met in Cape Verde to demand that money pledged in 2009 is paid at COP26. (John Wessels/AFP/Getty Images)

AFRICAN GROUP OF NEGOTIATORS

Africa’s big adaptation ask at COP26

Africa causes just 4% of global emissions, but pays the price of them. With what money?

Sophie Mbugua

Cape Verde’s renewable energy resources account for about 25% of total energy production.

CAPE VERDE ISLANDS

Cape Verde’s goal is 100% renewable energy by 2025. Why it may just do it

Cape Verde’s 550,000 residents have access to electricity, but about one-third still rely on firewood and charcoal for cooking

Erik Nordman