Governing Climate Innovation – Africa (GOCIA)

Despite a contribution to 2-4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, Africa is the most vulnerable continent to the climate crisis and develops world-leading innovation in adapting to climate change. International climate policy and science, namely UNFCCC and IPCC, have recognized the key importance of internationally disseminating this body of knowledge but existing Intellectual Property Rights systems and trade regulations risk blocking access to and misappropriating African climate knowledge.

GOCIA addresses the pressing need for governance solutions for African climate adaptation innovation that ensure its appropriate protection, the inclusive sharing of its benefits and its ability to attract investment.