Grean Deal Foundation

08/08/2026

🌍⚠️ Emerging environmental issues we cannot afford to ignore

Some environmental threats may not yet be global crises, but identifying them early gives us a better chance to understand, prepare, and act before their impacts escalate.

🔹 Reactivation of microbes in a warming cryosphere – Melting permafrost and ice may reactivate previously frozen microorganisms and create new environmental risks.

🔹 Barrier removal for river restoration – Removing dams and other barriers can restore natural river systems, but it requires careful planning to manage ecological and social impacts.

🔹 Growing old in a changing environment – Ageing populations may face increasing challenges as climate change and environmental pressures affect health, mobility, and access to essential services.

🔹 Remobilization of legacy pollutants by floods – Flooding can disturb contaminated soils and sediments, releasing pollutants that were previously trapped and spreading them into water and communities.

🌱 Recognizing emerging risks early helps us build stronger, more resilient responses for both people and the planet.

08/08/2026

🌱👧🏽 Shaping a future where every child becomes a champion for nature.

Children are not only tomorrow’s leaders they are already powerful voices for change. When young minds learn to understand, value, and care for nature, they can grow into informed citizens who make choices that protect our planet.

Through climate education, environmental awareness, and hands-on experiences, we can equip children with the knowledge and confidence to become stewards of nature.

🌍 Every child deserves the opportunity to connect with nature, understand its importance, and help shape a healthier, more sustainable future.

Let’s inspire the next generation to protect the planet they will inherit. 💚

08/08/2026

🌍🌱 Small acts. Meaningful change.

Tackling climate change isn't only about big policies or major innovations. It also starts with the everyday choices we make how we travel, what we consume, how we use energy, and how we care for our surroundings.

One action may seem small, but when millions of people make more sustainable choices, the collective impact can be powerful. 💚

Start where you are. Do what you can. Every action counts.

08/08/2026

"Africa will not transform its food systems by financing poverty. We must finance productive assets, strengthen women-led rural value chains, and ensure the productive use and retention of value in the communities where food is grown."

Powerful words from Ms. Tolulope Makinwa, Managing Partner at Muazu Africa!

Her message cuts straight to the heart of what this year's summit is all about. As we prepare to meet in Kigali, Rwanda, we are rallying around the theme: "Investing in Agri-Food Systems: Nourishing Nations, Growing Jobs, Building Resilience." It’s time to move beyond talk and invest in real, sustainable value creation across our rural communities!

We are beyond excited to bring these crucial conversations to life in Kigali this year! Will you be in the room?

Kigali, Rwanda

31 Aug – 4 Sep 2026



04/08/2026

Nature provides the clean air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the ecosystems that sustain life. Yet today, around one million species are at risk of extinction, while ecosystem degradation is already affecting 40% of the world's population.

The loss of biodiversity weakens food systems, increases vulnerability to climate change, threatens livelihoods, and reduces nature's ability to support healthy communities.

Protecting and restoring nature is not just about saving wildlife, it's about safeguarding our own future.

🌱 Every action to conserve biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and live more sustainably helps build a healthier, more resilient planet for everyone.

04/08/2026

🌾🐝 Biodiversity is essential to achieving .

The food we eat depends on healthy ecosystems. From pollinators that help crops grow to fertile soils that sustain agriculture, biodiversity is the foundation of resilient and productive food systems.

Yet biodiversity loss, land degradation, climate change, and the decline of pollinators are threatening global food production, making it harder for communities to access safe, nutritious, and affordable food.

Protecting biodiversity means:
🐝 Safeguarding pollinators
🌱 Restoring healthy soils
🌳 Conserving natural ecosystems
🌾 Promoting sustainable farming practices

🌍 A future free from hunger depends on protecting the natural systems that feed us. By investing in biodiversity today, we can build stronger food systems and healthier communities for generations to come.

04/08/2026

Extreme heat is becoming more frequent and intense as greenhouse gas emissions continue to drive the climate crisis. Communities around the world need cooling solutions that protect both people and the planet.

Sustainable cooling means investing in:
🌳 Expanding forests and urban green spaces
🏡 Energy-efficient buildings and passive cooling
⚡ Clean, renewable energy
❄️ Low-emission cooling technologies

Did you know? Forests absorb around 30% of the carbon dioxide produced by human activities, making them one of our strongest natural allies in tackling climate change while also helping cool our environment.

🌱 Building climate resilience means combining nature-based solutions with clean technologies to create healthier, cooler, and more sustainable communities.

04/08/2026

When food is wasted, it often ends up in landfills or waterways, where it contributes to pollution and environmental degradation. Excess nutrients from food waste can wash into rivers and seas, fueling harmful algal blooms that reduce oxygen levels, degrade water quality, and threaten marine life.

Reducing food waste isn't just about saving food it's about protecting our water, conserving resources, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

You can make a difference by:
🥕 Planning your meals
🥡 Using leftovers creatively
🌱 Composting food scraps
🛒 Buying only what you need

💙 Every meal saved is a step toward healthier oceans and a healthier planet.

04/08/2026