Congo’s Next President Will Be a Key Voice in Green Energy Talks
- Congo copper, cobalt are crucial for batteries, EVs, turbines
- Forest holds one of the world’s most important carbon sinks
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The Democratic Republic of Congo votes on Wednesday to elect a president who will play a crucial role in the world’s fight against climate change over the next five years.
The central African nation’s forests, rivers and minerals are key to the future of green development globally and Congo’s next leader will have urgent decisions to make about how they’re used.