Primary purpose of the project

The primary purpose of the Obudu Cattle Ranch Resort Cluster is to serve as a tourist destination and resort in Nigeria. The Obudu Cattle Ranch, or the Obudu Mountain Resort, is in the Obudu Plateau in Cross River State, Nigeria. It is situated on the Obudu Plateau, part of the Sankwala Mountain range close to the border between Nigeria and Cameroon. The project will create appropriate employment, maintain the natural environment, and deliver a quality visitor experience.

Alignment with the country's national climate-change mitigation and adaptation targets

The State Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the State Ministry of Works and Ministry of Tourism, provided oversight to ensure the project aligns with the National Climate Change Policy Response and Strategy (2012), revised in 2021 https://climatechange.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/NCCP_NIGERIA_REVISED_2-JUNE-2021.pdf and state climate mitigation strategy and flood management policy to revise and adapt standards and guidelines for transport infrastructure construction, maintenance and exploitation under different climatic scenarios, and contribute to improve environmental performance of the transport sector by the National Climate Change Policy (NCCP) 2021. The project will include developing and promoting low-emission transportation options, such as light electric rails, public transit, and biking infrastructure, to reduce emissions from the transportation sector. It will also incorporate climate-resilient features in urban planning, including green infrastructure, flood management systems, and sustainable transportation solutions.

Contribution to Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) emissions

The project light electric rails e-public transit, and biking infrastructure contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by promoting cleaner modes of transportation. Electric vehicles emitting zero tailpipe emissions will lead to an approximately 40-60% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions compared to conventional cars. Efficient public transit systems and widespread biking infrastructure can collectively contribute to a 20-30% reduction in transportation-related emissions by optimizing routes and encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.

Mitigation features that contribute to the transition towards a net-zero future

The project is designed to incorporate climate change mitigation measures including implementing solar and wind energy systems to power the resort's facilities, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources, and lowering greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity consumption. Also, light electric rails will be used within the resort for guest transportation and staff operations, and an electric vehicle charging infrastructure will be installed to reduce emissions from internal combustion engine vehicles. Also, the planting of trees and investment in afforestation projects to absorb carbon dioxide and offset emissions contribute to carbon neutrality within the resort's operational scope is part of the State government's commitment to achieving SDG 13 and creating a sustainable carbon-neutral environment by 2050.