Emerging as potential oil powers while the world seeks to wean itself off planet-warming fossil fuels, poverty-stricken South American neighbors Guyana and
Paramaribo (Suriname) (AFP), Oct 17 - Emerging as potential oil powers while the world seeks to wean itself off planet-warming fossil fuels, - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Suriname is considered a carbon negative country, as its rainforests absorb more emissions than the country emits. Thick green foliage seems to be just about everywhere, even near the outskirts of the capital, Paramaribo, which is itself dotted with bustling markets and cultural centers.
Oil wealth must be used as an instrument to push equitable development. It is crucial that the offshore oil industry brings lasting benefits to the future generations of underserved communities.