Benghazi – The “Green Sustainability” initiative has concluded its work. This followed a year of activities and programs. A virtual session reviewed key results and recommendations. This sets the stage for a second phase. The next phase will focus on practical applications and operational policies.
Wael Al-Ushaibi is the initiative’s supervisor. He spoke to the Libyan News Agency. He stated the initiative emerged from growing environmental and climate change concerns. It aimed to create a dialogue space. This space brought together decision-makers, experts, researchers, and civil society organizations.
The initiative was implemented in cooperation with ACTED. It lasted for over a year. It organized workshops and seminars. These events were held both in-person and virtually. Locations included Benghazi, Al-Bayda, and Sabha. They addressed priority environmental issues. These included climate change and water resources. Agriculture, the blue economy, and urban planning were also covered.
Al-Ushaibi added that the initiative produced policy papers. It also generated follow-up reports. These documents aim to help decision-makers. They will improve understanding of environmental and climate challenges. They will also aid in developing response mechanisms.
The concluding session focused on recommendations for the next phase. These included reviewing relevant policies. It also involved promoting evidence-based decision-making. Activating the role of research institutions was also a focus. Expanding civil society participation in environmental issues was emphasized.
He affirmed that the second phase, if launched, will focus on implementation. It will transform dialogue outcomes into actionable programs. It will leverage international expertise. Coordination among relevant parties will be enhanced. This aims to create a tangible impact. It will address Libya’s environmental challenges.
The “Green Sustainability” initiative is a leading effort. It fostered national dialogue on climate issues. It connected research findings with institutional needs. It also linked them with decision-makers’ requirements in the past period.