Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? That’s a crucial question for Africa and one that is highlighted in this animation video.

This animation was produced by the Africa Progress Panel. Infographics in this animation are drawn from this year’s Africa Progress Report, “”Power, People, Planet: Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities ”

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