Given the importance of energy statistics for the implementation of the United Nations Agenda 2030 for sustainable development and the African Union Agenda 2063, the African Energy Commission (AFREC) and the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD) are organizing an online side event of the 56th Session of the United Nations Statistical Commission, to share on the best practices for energy data collection and good experiences of countries in the production of energy statistics and also discuss the challenges that countries face in producing quality energy statistics.
🗓 Date: Thursday, 20 February 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 - 10:15 AM (New York Time)
Simultaneous interpretation will be available in English & French
Access to reliable, high-quality #EnergyData is crucial for Africa’s #EnergyTransition, policy development, and achieving SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy for All.
This session will bring together experts from among others Uganda, Nigeria, Morocco, Ghana, AFREC, and UNSD to share best practices and discuss challenges in energy statistics, including production of Energy balances and Energy efficiency indicators.
This is why you should attend.
- You will gain insights into Africa’s energy data landscape
- Learn from leading experts and national experiences
- Contribute to discussions on enhancing energy statistics
The Speakers include:
- Mr. Rashid Ali Abdallah, the AFREC Executive Director
- Mr. Leonardo Souza (UNSD)
- Experts from Nigeria, Ghana, Morocco, and Uganda
Let’s work together to strengthen energy data systems and accelerate sustainable development across Africa!
📌 Register Here and be part of this crucial conversation!
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