WWF North Africa Office Launches Climate Protection Appeal
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) North Africa office launched a call to action on Monday, coinciding with World Climate Day (December 8th every year), urging all stakeholders to participate in climate protection efforts.
Shared Responsibility
The WWF emphasized that combating climate change is a shared responsibility, highlighting that climate protection is not an option, but a necessity to ensure a better future for generations to come.
Rising Challenges in North Africa
The Fund noted the growing challenges faced by North Africa due to climate change, including:
- Intensifying heatwaves
- Decreasing precipitation
- Increasing droughts and floods These challenges put ecosystems and natural resources to the test, affecting food and water security, as well as the well-being of populations.
The Importance of Climate Balance
The WWF explained that climate is not just about weather variations, but a fragile balance essential to life, which requires action when disrupted.
Collective Action
From reducing emissions to promoting clean energy, protecting ecosystems, and encouraging sustainable practices, every action counts, according to the WWF.
World Climate Day
Celebrated on December 8th every year, World Climate Day was created by several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to:
- Highlight the devastating effects of climate change
- Emphasize the urgency to act Established in 2009, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of collective action to protect the climate and ensure a sustainable future.
