AMA reviews climate action plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) is reviewing its Climate Action Plan (CAP) to align climate interventions with the city's development programs. The updated plan, set to cover 2026-2035, will coordinate climate initiatives, mobilize resources, and integrate climate considerations into AMA's planning, budgeting, and implementation processes.

This review follows a Climate Commitment Statement signed by AMA's Mayor, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, which reaffirms Accra's goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The AMA's review focuses on aligning climate interventions with various departments' mandates, identifying initiatives for inclusion in annual work plans and budgets, and improving coordination for effective implementation.

Deputy Director of Waste Management, Victor Kotey, highlighted the importance of C40 Cities membership, requiring AMA to update its climate action framework to address emerging environmental challenges and development priorities. Integrating climate actions into departmental work plans would facilitate budgetary provisions and fund mobilization for identified interventions, promoting institutional ownership.

Head of Development Planning, Richard K. Oduro, emphasized the need for sustained collaboration among departments to translate identified priorities into practical action. The ongoing review aims to strengthen AMA's institutional response to climate change, improve coordination and resource mobilization, and establish a long-term framework for implementing climate interventions.