Chief Executive Officer-Business and Financial Times (B&FT) Dr. Godwin Acquaye has said environmental sustainability must become a national priority if the country is to safeguard its future generations.
Speaking at the 2026 Environmental Sustainability Summit organised by B&FT in Accra yesterday, he expressed concern that environmental issues often receive less attention and support than they deserve – despite the direct impact on human survival and economic development.
“Whatever we do and whatever our activities are, we are here because the environment supports us. Therefore, the environment matters,” he added.
Dr. Acquaye noted that human activities continue to place enormous pressure on the environment through deforestation, pollution and unsustainable resource exploitation.
He expressed particular concern about the destruction of forests, illegal mining activities and increasing use of harmful chemicals that threaten land, water-bodies and food systems.
Continued degradation of the environment will have serious consequences for future generations if urgent action is not taken. Our forests are being depleted at an alarming rate and unchecked destruction of natural resources will undermine efforts to achieve sustainable development.
He also highlighted the growing impact of climate change, including rising temperatures and changing rainfall patterns – saying these developments underscore a need for stronger environmental protection measures.
Themed ‘Inspired by Nature. For the Climate. For Our Future’, the summit brought together policymakers, business leaders, environmental experts and development partners to discuss solutions for the country’s environmental challenges.
Dr. Acquaye underscored the importance of environmental education, particularly among young people – suggesting that sustainability awareness programmes should be intensified in schools to help instil responsible environmental practices from an early age.
B&FT will in the coming weeks partner with environmental advocacy group Just One Group to undertake clean-up exercises in parts of the country – aiming to promote environmental responsibility.
Environmental sustainability refers to the responsible management of natural resources to fulfil current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.
It aims to balance ecological, economic and social goals such as reducing carbon emissions, promoting renewable energy and ensuring equitable resource access.
The United Nations (UN) defines sustainability simply as “meeting needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”.
Environmental sustainability is important to preserve resources like clean air, water and wildlife for future generations.
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