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SUMMARY:Bold and Collaborative Effort to Tackle Youth  Employability and Build an Inclusive Economy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a focused discussion on advancing youth employment\, green skills\, and inclusive economic growth. \nSouth Africa’s latest Labour Force Survey reveals a deepening youth unemployment crisis felt most sharply by young women and youth in historically marginalised communities. In regions like Mpumalanga – central to South Africa’s Just Energy Transition – the shift away from coal raises urgent questions about skills development\, youth inclusion\, and the future of local economies. \nThis Transition also offers a critical opportunity to reimagine the workforce and build a pipeline of green\, future-fit skills. Through the National Business Initiative’s (NBI) Just Energy Transition Skilling for Employment Programme (JET SEP) and the Installation\, Repair and Maintenance (IRM) Initiative\, targeted interventions are underway to connect youth to hands-on\, technical training aligned with the evolving energy landscape. \nHosted by the Economic Inclusion Unit of the NBI\, this event convenes strategic partners\, young changemakers\, and development actors to explore how collective action can drive inclusive participation in South Africa’s economy. \n  \nWhy this conversation matters \nRising unemployment\, shifting skills demands\, and deepening inequalities call for bold and coordinated action. \nThis event offers a timely platform to reflect\, share insights\, and collaborate on scalable solutions that prioritise youth inclusion\, accelerate green skills development\, and help build a more equitable\, and sustainable economy. \nWhat to Expect: \nThe programme will feature critical discussions and practical perspectives\, including:\n• Innovative youth inclusion programmes and youth-led enterprises driving green skills and climate solutions.\n• NBI’s vision for South Africa’s future green skills ecosystem \nRegister now to take part in a forward-looking discussion on emerging pathways toward a more inclusive economy. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/bold-and-collaborative-effort-to-tackle-youth-employability-and-build-an-inclusive-economy/
LOCATION:FutureSpace\, 61 Katherine Street\, Johannesburg\, Gaiuteng\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="NBI":MAILTO:bhavnad@nbi.org.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250731T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250715T100430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T111803Z
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SUMMARY:Skilling for a Just Energy Transition: Optimising the labour market to unlock investment into Renewable Energy (RE) value  chains in the Western Cape
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with the University of Cape Town and Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU) are pleased to invite you to a discussion on leveraging local investment in the Renewable Energy (RE) value chains to unlock demand for skills and employment\, in support of a Just Energy Transition (JET) in the Western Cape\, on Thursday\, 31 July 2025 in Cape Town. \nBackground and Significance:\nThe NBI with support from the Danish Industry and in formal partnership with the Western Cape Government\, is piloting a framework for identifying inclusive RE value chain localisation opportunities in the Western Cape. In the initial phase of the project\, the NBI mapped the RE value chains components for wind\, solar\, and battery storage and developed business cases for localisation. \nThree key opportunities for localisation in the Western Cape were identified: 1) Solar panel recycling\, 2) Li-ion battery recycling\, and 3) Li-ion and Vanadium Redox flow battery assembly. \nBuilding on this analysis\, SALDRU has conducted a skills mapping and labour market analysis to: \n\nIdentify occupations and skills required to unlock opportunities within the RE value chains\, linked to these localisation opportunities\, and\nEngage with private sector RE operators and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges to develop practical recommendations on supporting inclusive access to skilling and employment opportunities for young people.\n\nThe project has begun to demonstrate how skills anticipation and planning can be guided by and aligned to emerging opportunities in RE value chains. \nA working paper from this research will be made available after the event and a practitioner report will be launched at COP30. \nWhat to expect\nThe event will explore the insights gained on opportunities for localisation in the RE value chains\, the skills challenges and opportunities associated with localisation opportunities\, and the implications for positioning the TVET system to ensure such opportunities can be optimised. \nIn-Person Registration Link \nMS Teams Registration Link
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/skilling-for-a-just-energy-transition-optimising-the-labour-market-to-unlock-investment-into-renewable-energy-re-value-chains-in-the-western-cape/
LOCATION:Cape Town
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="NBI":MAILTO:AyabulelaM@nbi.org.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250730T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250730T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250728T134522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T140724Z
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SUMMARY:Roundtable Discussion Collective Action for Local Government Reform Review of the 1998 White Paper on Local Government
DESCRIPTION:Dear Valued Stakeholder\, \nYou are invited to a pivotal Roundtable Discussion on the Review of the 1998 White Paper on Local Government\, hosted by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in collaboration with the Department of Cooperative Governance (DCoG). \nThe Roundtable is supported by Border-Kei Chamber of Business and Absa Group Limited. \nDCoG gazetted a Discussion Document for public comment on 10 April 2025\, setting out some questions for final comments by 31 July 2025. \nThe recommendations from the roundtable discussion will directly inform the revised White Paper to be published in March 2026. This event provides an opportunity to share your insights on governance\, finance\, infrastructure and economic development could redefine how municipalities serve communities for decades. \n  \nEvent Highlights \nKeynote Address: Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa\, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs \n  \nBreakaway Discussions on: \n• Governance and Finance (Ethics\, capacity\, political-administrative interface\, funding models\, revenue management)\n• Infrastructure\, LED and Spatial Planning (Private sector partnerships\, service delivery\, regional growth\, inequality\, business engagement) \nThe roundtable discussion is an opportunity to contribute to a transformative policy reform process aimed at building an efficient and accountable local government system for South Africa. The success of South Africa’s municipalities depends on our collective action. \nRSVP\nKindly respond by Friday\, 25 July 2025. \nConcept Note and Programme \n  \nThis Discussion Document is a step in the process of reviewing the1998 White Paper\, which is part of a process of local government reform and restructuring over the short medium and long term. The intention is to publish a revised Local Government White Paper in March 2026\, following an extensive and inclusive process of consultation based on the Discussion Document. The launch marked the beginning of an all-inclusive and participatory policy reform process to design a modern as well as fit-for-purpose local government system. \nThe review is an open call to action for communities and stakeholders\, including business to collectively build a new and ideal system of local government characterised by responsiveness\, efficiency and accountability. The responsibility to ensure viable and sustainable municipalities is a shared national duty in the advancement of democracy. \n  \nSupported By:
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roundtable-discussion-collective-action-for-local-government-reform-review-of-the-1998-white-paper-on-local-government/
LOCATION:East London International Convention Centre\, 22 Esplanade Street\, Quigney Esplanade\, East London\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="NBI":MAILTO:bhavnad@nbi.org.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250714T104436Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Session: A deep dive into Net Positive Water Impact and practical lessons from select  water stewardship journeys in South Africa
DESCRIPTION:As global water stress intensifies\, corporate responsibility in water stewardship has never been more critical. Climate change\, water scarcity and declining water quality continue to place pressure on businesses\, yet water stewardship remains unevenly implemented with only partial uptake across sectors. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to join us for an upcoming Thought Leadership Session exploring how South African businesses can benefit from implementing water stewardship and sharing insights from lessons learnt in a local context. \nThe CEO Water Mandate’s Net Positive Water Impact (NPWI) Ambition Guide stands out as a pivotal framework to steer businesses towards more responsible and impactful water usage. \nBuilding on the previous Thought Leadership Session\, held in May\, this webinar will offer a deeper dive into the NPWI\, in order to bring this globally recognised framework alive within the South African landscape. \nHighlights of this Webinar: \n\nIncrease understanding of water stewardship overall\, with a deeper insight into the NPWI ambition\nA new outlook on water stewardship journeys in a South African context\nPractical insights will be provided on how companies can integrate water stewardship into their operations and strategies\nEnhance awareness of the importance of collaboration in managing shared water resources and addressing water-related risks\nA call to action for businesses to adopt the Net Positive Water Impact agenda and lead the way in sustainable water management\n\nSpeakers: \n\nDr Klaudia Schachtschneider – Senior Researcher and Senior Advisor\, CEO Water Mandate\nMs Helen Seyler – Principal Consultant\, Environmental Resources Management (ERM)\nMr Alex McNamara – Head: Environment and Society\, National Business Initiative (NBI)\nMr Feroz Koor – Group Sustainability Officer\, Woolworths Holdings\n\nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-session-a-deep-dive-into-net-positive-water-impact-and-practical-lessons-from-select-water-stewardship-journeys-in-south-africa/
LOCATION:MS Teams Webinar
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="NBI":MAILTO:bhavnad@nbi.org.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250708T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250701T061419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T063108Z
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SUMMARY:Launch of the RE100-NBI South African Policy  Recommendations on Renewable Electricity
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) and Climate Group’s RE100 campaign are pleased to invite you to attend an in-person launch of the South African Policy Recommendations for Renewable Electricity (SAPRs). \nWhy Should You Attend?\nThe advancement of South Africa’s power sector is a critical national priority. In particular\, the rapid ramp up of renewable energy is paramount for energy security\, economic competitiveness and achieving the country’s climate goals. \nThe South African Policy Recommendations for Renewable Electricity (SAPRs)\, developed in collaboration with business and with inputs from cities\, provinces\, industry bodies and policymakers\, aims to align energy policy with climate ambition\, ensure electricity security and enable cost-effective procurement and generation of renewable electricity. \nThis work forms part of the expanded Renewable Ambition in South African Electricity (RAiSE) project\, and is focused on developing localised policy recommendations to fast-track the deployment of renewable electricity in South Africa. \nJoin us as we discuss how to unlock enhanced investment and access to renewable electricity in South Africa and explore how business can play a leading role in our renewable energy future. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nOpening Address – South Africa’s electricity landscape and opportunities for public private collaboration\nOfficial Launch of the SAPRs – A presentation on how the key barriers to renewable electricity procurement and generation can be overcome in South Africa\nPanel Discussion – Insights from financiers\, cities and leading businesses on advancing renewable electricity implementation and collaboration\nPolicy Engagement Plan – An outline of the next steps for engaging decision-makers to support an enabling environment for business-led clean energy investment\nNetworking Lunch – An opportunity to continue discussions and foster strategic partnerships\n\nA detailed agenda will be shared in the coming weeks. We look forward to your participation in this important conversation in advancing South Africa’s power sector. \nFor more information contact: Bhavna Deonarain (bhavnad@nbi.org.za) and Ayabulela\nManjezi (ayabulelam@nbi.org.za) \nRead More
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/launch-of-the-re100-nbi-south-african-policy-recommendations-on-renewable-electricity/
LOCATION:The Venue\, Green Park\, 20th Floor\, Corner West Road South and Lower Road\, Morningside\, Johannesburg\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="NBI":MAILTO:bhavnad@nbi.org.za
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250508T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250505T101229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T101229Z
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SUMMARY:Achieving Water Resilience through Water Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Water is increasingly recognised as a critical resource for business continuity\, community well-being\, and ecosystem health. Yet\, with the mounting pressure from climate change\, water scarcity and quality challenges\, many organisations still face difficulties in managing their water use sustainably. \nHow Can Organisations Not Only Mitigate Risks but also Become Leaders in Water Resilience and Sustainability? \nJoin us for an inspiring thought leadership session on Achieving Water Resilience and Leadership through Water Stewardship. This event will explore two groundbreaking global frameworks: the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard and the CEO Water Mandate’s Net Positive Water Impact (NPWI) Ambition\, while also hearing from a leading company committed to the NPWI ambition to move beyond water neutrality and improve water resilience at a basin/catchment level. \nDiscover how these frameworks can guide your organisation towards measurable positive water impacts\, long-term resilience\, and leadership in sustainable water management. \nWhy should you attend? \n• Gain insights from global experts on water stewardship and its critical role in business continuity and community well-being. \n• Learn how to move beyond compliance and water neutrality to achieve net positive water impacts. \n• Explore a real-world case study that explores water stewardship and its integration into your corporate and ESG strategies. \n• Connect with industry leaders\, sustainability professionals\, and stakeholders committed to shaping a water-resilient future. \nThis session is designed for CEOs\, sustainability managers\, investors\, NGOs\, and academics who are ready to take bold steps toward sustainable water management. \nExpert Panelists: \n• Paul Collingridge: Centre of Excellence: Sustainability Manager\, PepsiCo South Africa\n• Faith Lawrence: Head: Policy Engagement\, Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) Standard\n• Klaudia Schachtschneider: Senior Researcher and Senior Advisor\, CEO Water Mandate \nClick here to rsvp for this Zoom webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/achieving-water-resilience-through-water-stewardship/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250409T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20250415T105531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T105531Z
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SUMMARY:RE100-NBI Member Webinar on South Africa Policy  Recommendations for Renewable Electricity
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Renewable Ambition in South African Electricity (RAiSE) project expansion\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) and Climate Group have partnered under the RE100 campaign to develop localised policy recommendations aimed at fast-tracking the deployment of Renewable Electricity (RE) in South Africa. \nThe Webinar Will Cover: \n\nIntroduction to the RE100-NBI South Africa Policy Recommendations (SAPR) initiative and its objectives.\nOverview of SAPRs: A contextualised version of the RE100 Global Policy Messages\, outlining the policy and regulatory changes needed to address RE procurement and generation barriers in South Africa.\nPolicy Engagement Plan: A roadmap for delivering SAPRs to decision-makers\, detailing key stakeholders\, engagement channels\, and timelines.\nPlanned Activities: Actions stemming from identified policy needs\, such as a launch event or public letter\, integrated into the Policy Engagement Plan.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/re100-nbi-member-webinar-on-south-africa-policy-recommendations-for-renewable-electricity/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20241002T120016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T120016Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Session (TLS) - The role of business in South Africa’s emerging renewable electricity landscape Copy
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI)\, Climate Group\, Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)\, have partnered to establish the RAiSE (Renewables Ambition in South African Electricity) Hub to unlock the power of corporate procurement and generation of renewable energy in South Africa. \nRAiSE is excited to invite you to a thought-provoking dialogue on “The Role of Business in South Africa’s Emerging Renewable Electricity Landscape”. This session is the first in a series of conversations on South Africa’s evolving power system and the role of business in shaping South Africa’s future power system. \nA recent study by the NBI\, BUSA and BCG concluded that South Africa would need to build 6-12 GW of renewable energy annually to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 underpinning South Africa’s Just Transition. \n “To put that in perspective\, SA has an installed capacity of about 5GW of renewables today\, which took us more than a decade to build. We cannot emphasise the scale and complexity of this challenge enough\, it all hinges on renewables.” – Joanne Yawitch and Lucas Chaumontet\, Business Day article\, 6 June 2022 \nThe private sector has a pivotal role to play in scaling-up South Africa’s electricity generation capacity\, not only to respond to the current crippling energy crisis\, but also building the foundation for climate responsive and resilient power system. \nPresident Cyril Ramaphosa announced the new energy plan in 2022 to curb unremitting power interruptions.  The accelerated rollout of renewable energy features as an integral part of the plan and the role of business is identified as key in unlocking South Africa’s renewable electricity capacity and capability. \nJoin us for our first session in a series of discussions as RAiSE Hub explores and unpacks the technical\, regulatory\, financial\, and social aspects of South Africa’s dynamic and growing renewable power landscape. \nRAiSE Hub will also feature member company renewable energy journeys\, sharing lessons and insights and building partnerships to enable a rapid market-driven scaling up of investment and implementation of renewables in South Africa. \nWe invite you to a workshop to introduce the RAiSE Hub and how we secure a stable and secure supply of renewable energy as the bedrock of a competitive\, resilient and inclusive economy.  \n 
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-session-tls-the-role-of-business-in-south-africas-emerging-renewable-electricity-landscape-2/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20230504T165040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091233Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Session (TLS) - The role of business in South Africa’s emerging renewable electricity landscape
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI)\, Climate Group\, Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)\, have partnered to establish the RAiSE (Renewables Ambition in South African Electricity) Hub to unlock the power of corporate procurement and generation of renewable energy in South Africa. \nRAiSE is excited to invite you to a thought-provoking dialogue on “The Role of Business in South Africa’s Emerging Renewable Electricity Landscape”. This session is the first in a series of conversations on South Africa’s evolving power system and the role of business in shaping South Africa’s future power system. \nA recent study by the NBI\, BUSA and BCG concluded that South Africa would need to build 6-12 GW of renewable energy annually to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 underpinning South Africa’s Just Transition. \n “To put that in perspective\, SA has an installed capacity of about 5GW of renewables today\, which took us more than a decade to build. We cannot emphasise the scale and complexity of this challenge enough\, it all hinges on renewables.” – Joanne Yawitch and Lucas Chaumontet\, Business Day article\, 6 June 2022 \nThe private sector has a pivotal role to play in scaling-up South Africa’s electricity generation capacity\, not only to respond to the current crippling energy crisis\, but also building the foundation for climate responsive and resilient power system. \nPresident Cyril Ramaphosa announced the new energy plan in 2022 to curb unremitting power interruptions.  The accelerated rollout of renewable energy features as an integral part of the plan and the role of business is identified as key in unlocking South Africa’s renewable electricity capacity and capability. \nJoin us for our first session in a series of discussions as RAiSE Hub explores and unpacks the technical\, regulatory\, financial\, and social aspects of South Africa’s dynamic and growing renewable power landscape. \nRAiSE Hub will also feature member company renewable energy journeys\, sharing lessons and insights and building partnerships to enable a rapid market-driven scaling up of investment and implementation of renewables in South Africa. \nWe invite you to a workshop to introduce the RAiSE Hub and how we secure a stable and secure supply of renewable energy as the bedrock of a competitive\, resilient and inclusive economy.  \n 
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-session-tls-the-role-of-business-in-south-africas-emerging-renewable-electricity-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221019T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20221019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20221006T103446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091151Z
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SUMMARY:Towards Unprecedented Changes in South Africa’s Power Sector
DESCRIPTION:As the energy transition to net zero by 2050 commences in South Africa’s power sector\, it is fundamental that we explore how the finance sector can facilitate and scale this important process. Central to this approach is how key financial actors and institutions will finance and manage the new renewable energy market. Financing the expansion of renewable energy will require investment at all levels of the economy\, and a range of market participants including commercial and industrial actors and Independent Power Producers (IPPs). \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI)\, in partnership with Just Share\, and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF-SA) are hosting the official launch of their electricity report: Climate Change Investment And Finance Opportunities in The South African Electricity Sector. The report will be launched at the webinar and will further unpack the unprecedented changes currently underway in South Africa’s power sector. \nThe session will include a panel of high-level speakers from the finance sector\, who will discuss: \n• How financiers and investors are currently supporting the renewable energy market at different scales\n• The changes anticipated in South Africa’s electricity sector in the near future\n• Key financing considerations for companies wanting to make a significant investment in renewable energy\n• The financing of transmission network upgrades in key provinces\n• Unlocking the future electricity and renewable energy market at a commercial\, industrial and IPP level \nKeynote speakers include: \n• Robert Lewenson: Old Mutual (Head: Responsible Investment) \n• Daniel Zinman: Rand Merchant Bank (Head: Power Infrastructure Sector Solutions) \n• Arvana Singh: Nedbank (Head: Sustainable Finance Solutions) \nWe invite you and relevant members of your organisation to participate in this important launch event and discussion.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/towards-unprecedented-changes-in-south-africas-power-sector/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T094728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T121359Z
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SUMMARY:Green Finance Taxonomy Expansion Webinar Series: Developing and Applying the GFT
DESCRIPTION:In April 2022\, the South African National Treasury launched the Green Finance Taxonomy (GFT) version 1 for South Africa\, which serves as a catalogue that defines a minimum set of assets\, projects and sectors as eligible to be defined as “green” or environmentally friendly. The Taxonomy also includes the listing of standards that define economic activities as green\, based on conformance to specific criteria. \nThe Taxonomy’s development has been overseen by a Taxonomy Working Group\, a multi-representative group drawing from national government\, financial sector regulators and the financial services sector. \nSince the launch of the GFT\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) and Carbon Trust have been undertaking a project overseen by the South African National Treasury to embed the GFT into the financial sector ecosystem. To this end\, Carbon Trust and NBI\, are hosting a webinar series covering topics such as international green finance trends and lessons as well as GFT and Environmental\, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosures. \nThe aim of the webinar series is to share insights from a diverse set of speakers and panellists on national sustainability and financial reporting also launch a set of knowledge products and tools on how to deepen GFT implementation and integration at a macro-scale.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/green-finance-taxonomy-expansion-webinar-series-developing-and-applying-the-gft/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T102740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091141Z
UID:17244-1664445600-1664451000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:The importance of partnerships to solve pressing climate and Just Transition related challenges in Africa: Exploring case studies of partnerships and investment opportunities emerging from Just Transition plans and projects in each participating country
DESCRIPTION:“I deeply believe that COP27 is an opportunity to showcase unity against an existential threat that we can only overcome through concerted action and effective implementation.” \n~ President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi\, Egypt \nClimate change is one of the greatest threats to our global economy but tackling it is also one of the world’s biggest economic opportunities. Climate threats are amplified on the African continent\, where the transition risk and physical impacts are further exacerbated by high levels of social and economic vulnerability. \nThe UNFCCC’s Climate Conference (COP27) is taking place in Egypt this year. This African COP is a pivotal moment for governments and business\, across the continent\, to showcase and position the range of climate investment opportunities that exist in Africa and to amplify the value of collaborative action. \nAn effective climate response is inextricably connected to Africa’s development. Adaptation challenges do not observe borders\, thus building resilient and sustainable energy networks will be more efficient and successful when based on regional partnerships and collaboration. Addressing the interface between climate action\, just transitions\, development\, finance\, and investment\, with the participation of the private sector in Africa\, is crucial if we want to realise the immense opportunities across the continent. \nIn the spirit of showcasing collaborative action in the face of climate change\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) has partnered with the African Climate Foundation (ACF) to deliver a series of dialogues between African business across the continent\, including South Africa\, Egypt\, Kenya\, and Nigeria. The dialogues provide an opportunity to better understand the broader African climate context and challenges\, as well as to unpack climate responses and to share learnings on the different approaches to achieving Just Transitions across the continent. \nThese dialogues will focus on the role of business in stimulating enhanced climate ambition\, action\, and investment\, as well as unpacking the requirements for further socio-economic developments as part of the transitions to thriving\, resilient\, competitive economies and societies across Africa. \nWe invite you to this three-part series of events to engage and share learning between business and decision makers building on Africa Climate Week\, Climate Week New York\, and other key global moments as we head towards COP27.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/the-importance-of-partnerships-to-solve-pressing-climate-and-just-transition-related-challenges-in-africa-exploring-case-studies-of-partnerships-and-investment-opportunities-emerging-from-just-transi/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220922T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T101253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091138Z
UID:17243-1663855200-1663860600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Re-imagining Africa’s Just Transition to a sustainable and inclusive net-zero and climate resilient future: How are participating countries framing their Just Transitions\, setting climate ambition\, and what is the role of business?
DESCRIPTION:“I deeply believe that COP27 is an opportunity to showcase unity against an existential threat that we can only overcome through concerted action and effective implementation.” \n~ President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi\, Egypt \nClimate change is one of the greatest threats to our global economy but tackling it is also one of the world’s biggest economic opportunities. Climate threats are amplified on the African continent\, where the transition risk and physical impacts are further exacerbated by high levels of social and economic vulnerability. \nThe UNFCCC’s Climate Conference (COP27) is taking place in Egypt this year. This African COP is a pivotal moment for governments and business\, across the continent\, to showcase and position the range of climate investment opportunities that exist in Africa and to amplify the value of collaborative action. \nAn effective climate response is inextricably connected to Africa’s development. Adaptation challenges do not observe borders\, thus building resilient and sustainable energy networks will be more efficient and successful when based on regional partnerships and collaboration. Addressing the interface between climate action\, just transitions\, development\, finance\, and investment\, with the participation of the private sector in Africa\, is crucial if we want to realise the immense opportunities across the continent. \nIn the spirit of showcasing collaborative action in the face of climate change\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) has partnered with the African Climate Foundation (ACF) to deliver a series of dialogues between African business across the continent\, including South Africa\, Egypt\, Kenya\, and Nigeria. The dialogues provide an opportunity to better understand the broader African climate context and challenges\, as well as to unpack climate responses and to share learnings on the different approaches to achieving Just Transitions across the continent. \nThese dialogues will focus on the role of business in stimulating enhanced climate ambition\, action\, and investment\, as well as unpacking the requirements for further socio-economic developments as part of the transitions to thriving\, resilient\, competitive economies and societies across Africa. \nWe invite you to this three-part series of events to engage and share learning between business and decision makers building on Africa Climate Week\, Climate Week New York\, and other key global moments as we head towards COP27.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/re-imagining-africas-just-transition-to-a-sustainable-and-inclusive-net-zero-and-climate-resilient-future-how-are-participating-countries-framing-their-just-transitions-setting-climate-ambi/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220916T104500
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T094002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091126Z
UID:17241-1663322400-1663325100@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Green Finance Taxonomy Expansion Webinar Series: The GFT and ESG Disclosure
DESCRIPTION:In April 2022\, the South African National Treasury launched the Green Finance Taxonomy (GFT) version 1 for South Africa\, which serves as a catalogue that defines a minimum set of assets\, projects and sectors as eligible to be defined as “green” or environmentally friendly. The Taxonomy also includes the listing of standards that define economic activities as green\, based on conformance to specific criteria. \nThe Taxonomy’s development has been overseen by a Taxonomy Working Group\, a multi-representative group drawing from national government\, financial sector regulators and the financial services sector. \nSince the launch of the GFT\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) and Carbon Trust have been undertaking a project overseen by the South African National Treasury to embed the GFT into the financial sector ecosystem. To this end\, Carbon Trust and NBI\, are hosting a webinar series covering topics such as international green finance trends and lessons as well as GFT and Environmental\, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosures. \nThe aim of the webinar series is to share insights from a diverse set of speakers and panellists on national sustainability and financial reporting also launch a set of knowledge products and tools on how to deepen GFT implementation and integration at a macro-scale. \nSpeakers include \n\nJonathon Hanks (Partner\, Incite)\,\nClemence McNulty (Partner Sustainability & Climate Change\, EY)\nSimon Clarke (Director\, IBIS Consulting)
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/green-finance-taxonomy-expansion-webinar-series-the-gft-and-esg-disclosure/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220913T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T103710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091146Z
UID:17245-1663063200-1663068600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Global Forces of Change and their Effects on Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) is hosting an important dialogue exploring key sustainability issues and trends\, within South Africa and globally\, providing highly practical insights into how businesses can embed sustainability. \nThis Sustainability Dialogue will share the latest international and South African insights on the journey to integrating sustainability into businesses practices\, including global regulatory and investor pressures\, which also have a direct impact on South African business operations. The Dialogue will also discuss companies’ maturity in implementing Environmental\, Social and Governance (ESG) and the expectations placed on businesses to comply with and integrate the ESG framework into their operations. \nFollowing the publishing of the book “The Sustainable Business Handbook” earlier this year\, co-authored by the three highly experienced Sustainability practitioners David Grayson\, Chris Coulter and Mark Lee\, we are thrilled to facilitate a conversation which will include David Grayson. David will delve into a key topic explored in the handbook on what “leaders need to understand to improve sustainability performance”\, by providing practical views into the sustainability journey of leaders\, both nationally and globally. \nThe Handbook has captured the voices of different global organisations and academia\, such as Anglo American\, Discovery\, NYU’s Stern School of Business\, Unilever\, Woolworths and many more. We will explore their perspectives through our esteemed panel of speakers\, facilitated by Ms Joanne Yawitch (NBI CEO): \n\nMr David Grayson: Cranfield’s Emeritus Professor of Corporate Responsibility\, London\, UK\nMs Seara Mkhabela: Group Head: Corporate Affairs\, Anglo American\nMr Feroz Koor: Group Head of Sustainability\, Woolworths
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/global-forces-of-change-and-their-effects-on-sustainability/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220912T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T100833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091135Z
UID:17242-1662987600-1662993000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Feedback from Africa Climate Week: What are the key challenges\, opportunities and debates surrounding climate action and Just Transitions on the continent and their relevance for business in Africa
DESCRIPTION:“I deeply believe that COP27 is an opportunity to showcase unity against an existential threat that we can only overcome through concerted action and effective implementation.” \n~ President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi\, Egypt \nClimate change is one of the greatest threats to our global economy but tackling it is also one of the world’s biggest economic opportunities. Climate threats are amplified on the African continent\, where the transition risk and physical impacts are further exacerbated by high levels of social and economic vulnerability. \nThe UNFCCC’s Climate Conference (COP27) is taking place in Egypt this year. This African COP is a pivotal moment for governments and business\, across the continent\, to showcase and position the range of climate investment opportunities that exist in Africa and to amplify the value of collaborative action. \nAn effective climate response is inextricably connected to Africa’s development. Adaptation challenges do not observe borders\, thus building resilient and sustainable energy networks will be more efficient and successful when based on regional partnerships and collaboration. Addressing the interface between climate action\, just transitions\, development\, finance\, and investment\, with the participation of the private sector in Africa\, is crucial if we want to realise the immense opportunities across the continent. \nIn the spirit of showcasing collaborative action in the face of climate change\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) has partnered with the African Climate Foundation (ACF) to deliver a series of dialogues between African business across the continent\, including South Africa\, Egypt\, Kenya\, and Nigeria. The dialogues provide an opportunity to better understand the broader African climate context and challenges\, as well as to unpack climate responses and to share learnings on the different approaches to achieving Just Transitions across the continent. \nThese dialogues will focus on the role of business in stimulating enhanced climate ambition\, action\, and investment\, as well as unpacking the requirements for further socio-economic developments as part of the transitions to thriving\, resilient\, competitive economies and societies across Africa. \nWe invite you to this three-part series of events to engage and share learning between business and decision makers building on Africa Climate Week\, Climate Week New York\, and other key global moments as we head towards COP27.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/feedback-from-africa-climate-week-what-are-the-key-challenges-opportunities-and-debates-surrounding-climate-action-and-just-transitions-on-the-continent-and-their-relevance-for-business-in-africa/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220909T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220909T103000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220908T092244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091121Z
UID:17240-1662715800-1662719400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Green Finance Taxonomy Expansion Webinar Series: Panel Discussion on International Taxonomy Trends and Lessons for South Africa
DESCRIPTION:In April 2022\, the South African National Treasury launched the Green Finance Taxonomy (GFT) version 1 for South Africa\, which serves as a catalogue that defines a minimum set of assets\, projects and sectors as eligible to be defined as “green” or environmentally friendly. The Taxonomy also includes the listing of standards that define economic activities as green\, based on conformance to specific criteria. \nThe Taxonomy’s development has been overseen by a Taxonomy Working Group\, a multi-representative group drawing from national government\, financial sector regulators and the financial services sector. \nSince the launch of the GFT\, the National Business Initiative (NBI) and Carbon Trust have been undertaking a project overseen by the South African National Treasury to embed the GFT into the financial sector ecosystem. To this end\, Carbon Trust and NBI\, are hosting a webinar series covering topics such as international green finance trends and lessons as well as GFT and Environmental\, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosures. \nThe aim of the webinar series is to share insights from a diverse set of speakers and panellists on national sustainability and financial reporting also launch a set of knowledge products and tools on how to deepen GFT implementation and integration at a macro-scale. \nPanellists include: \n\nLouise Gardiner (Sustainable Banking Network Africa Coordinator\, IFC)\nEugene Wong (CEO\, Sustainable Finance Institute Asia)\nCarolina Descio (Senior Manager Green Finance\, Carbon Trust)
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/green-finance-taxonomy-expansion-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220804T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220728T114007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091112Z
UID:13513-1659607200-1659618000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa Q&A Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions related to the Climate Finance Accelerator? \nPlease join the CFA SA team for a virtual Q&A Drop-in meeting on Thursday\, 4th of August between 10:00 – 13:00 on Zoom. \nFeel free to use this time to pose any questions you may have about the programme or application process. A member of the CFA SA team will be on hand to respond your queries. \nBackground on CFA South Africa  \nFunded by the United Kingdom Department of Business\, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS)\, the CFA is a four-year technical assistance programme that works closely with eight emerging countries\, including South Africa; supporting countries to develop a sustainable pipeline of bankable\, low-carbon projects and identifying suitable financing options. \nThe main objective of the CFA South Africa programme is to improve the flow of climate finance in South Africa\, in order to support the implementation of South Africa’s enhanced climate goals or Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)\, thereby delivering emissions reductions and raising overall climate ambition.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/climate-finance-accelerator-south-africa-qa-drop-in/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220721T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220721T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220714T135058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T135058Z
UID:13442-1658408400-1658413800@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Climate Pathways and Just Transition for South Africa Report Launch – Energy Sector
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI)\, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA)\, and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)\, have explored over the past two years\, pathways to achieve a net-zero economy within a fair share carbon budget\, and in the process lift people out of poverty\, inequality\, and unemployment. \nWe are now proud to announce the launch of our integrated energy report focused on the energy sector titled: “It All Hinges on Renewables – The Massive and Urgent Energy Transformation South Africa Needs To Get Right.” This is the first report in a series of reports that we will be releasing between now and the end of November 2022. \nFindings from the report highlights that South Africa’s Just Transition pathway to a competitive\, net-zero economy hinges on the country’s ability to unlock its globally advantaged\, high-potential wind and solar energy resources at scale and at an unprecedented pace. By developing an energy system anchored by renewables\, South Africa can contribute to solving its current energy crisis\, and improve the affordability\, availability\, and reliability of our power supply – all while enabling new green industries to build the foundation of a globally competitive economy that is resilient to the trade risk arising from a transition to net-zero. \nThe event will also be live streamed on the day to the NBI and BCG YouTube channels. Please see links below: \n\n\n\nNBI YouTube channel\nBCG YouTube channel
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/climate-pathways-and-just-transition-for-south-africa-report-launch-energy-sector/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220719T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220719T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220629T125720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T075029Z
UID:13372-1658221200-1658228400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership (UWASP) Partners Platform
DESCRIPTION:The uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership (UWASP) invites you to join our annual interactive virtual Partner’s Platform meeting on 19 July. \nUWASP is a recognised example of good water stewardship practice in South Africa\, serving as a coordination hub for collective action across the uMhlathuze region. UWASP’s approach is collaborative\, with all partners working to identify focus areas and implement projects across industry\, agriculture and communities. \nThe purpose of the Partners Platform is to engage with stakeholders within and outside the catchment on UWASP’s current activities\, obtain feedback on the work done to date\, and agree on our next phase of priorities. \nThis year’s Partner’s Platform will focus on: \n\nAn update on UWASP’s latest activities\nProgress in the development of the FlowTracker water monitoring app\, including its envisaged implementation\nA consultative discussion on UWASP priorities for the next 2 years
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/umhlathuze-water-stewardship-partnership-uwasp-partners-platform/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220714T103000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220629T123811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091103Z
UID:13359-1657794600-1657798200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa 2022 Launch
DESCRIPTION:Unlocking investment and innovative technology are key enablers for South Africa’s transition to a net zero economy by 2050. We successfully launched the Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa in 2021 and we are pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 CFA South Africa programme. The main objective of the CFA South Africa programme is to improve the flow of climate finance in South Africa.  We received over 130 applications in 2021\, and worked directly with 13 innovative low carbon projects to engage with South African and international financiers. \nThe CFA is a four-year technical assistance programme operating in eight partner countries\, including South Africa\, supporting the development of a pipeline of a bankable\, low carbon projects and identifying suitable financing options. The global programme is funded by the United Kingdom Department of Business\, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS)\, with NBI and GreenCape as the local delivery partners for South Africa. \nThe National Business Initiative\, GreenCape\, the British High Commission\, the United Kingdom Department for Business Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Climate Finance Accelerator team invite you to attend the launch of the 2022 CFA South Africa programme on Thursday 14th July\, between 10:30 and 11:30. \nThe event will include a call for proposals\, detailing how project developers and entrepreneurs can participate in this second phase of CFA South Africa. Financiers and projects who participated in the first round of CFA South Africa will also present on their experience of the programme.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/climate-finance-accelerator-south-africa-2022-launch/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220524T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20220524T103000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20220518T123409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091050Z
UID:13283-1653382800-1653388200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:NBI COP27 Roadshow Launch
DESCRIPTION:Calling South African Business to be part of the UN Climate Conference in Egypt\, as Africa takes centre stage at COP27 \nThe last UN Climate Conference\, COP26\, was highly successful for South Africa\, showcasing the country’s enhanced climate ambition\, enabled by collaborative action between government\, business\, and other key actors. South Africa’s enhanced climate ambition resulted in a historic deal between the United States\, United Kingdom\, Germany\, France\, and the European Union to offer US$8.5 billion in climate finance to support South Africa’s Just Transition. \nWith the foundation laid\, it is time to demonstrate even deeper climate action. This opportunity is presented by COP27. \nBuilding on the momentum achieved at COP26\, we invite you to join us at the upcoming South Africa Pavilion COP27 Roadshow event as we highlight the key focal areas for this year’s pavilion\, outline our programme of work for the Road to COP27\, and call on business to collaborate with us in the delivery of this key national platform. \nWhy is this important? \nClimate change is one of the biggest threats to our global economy but tackling it is also one of the world’s big economic opportunities. Climate threats are amplified on the African continent\, where impacts are further exacerbated due to high levels of social and economic vulnerability. The recent devastation caused by floods in KwaZulu-Natal\, closely preceded by Cyclone Idai\, emphasise the reality\, proximity and enormity of the climate crisis for South Africa\, and the continent more broadly. \nThe African climate response is a development and investment opportunity which must be realised to achieve a just transition to net zero\, as well as climate resilient economies and societies across the continent.     \nCOP27 will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh (Egypt) in November 2022. This African COP is a pivotal moment for governments and business across the continent\, to showcase and position the range of climate investment prospects that exist in Africa and to amplify the value of collaborative action. COP27 also presents a moment to share insights into the requirements and enablers for implementation of both mitigation and adaptation measures\, and what is needed to ensure that the transition to a net zero and climate resilient economy by 2050 is just\, inclusive and addresses socio-economic needs. \nThe South Africa Pavilion is a prime opportunity for business and government to demonstrate climate leadership and action\, track progress against climate commitments\, share insight with an international audience and collaborate to tackle South Africa’s climate needs and opportunities. The Pavilion at COP27 will be hosted jointly by the South African government and business\, coordinated by the Department of Forestry\, Fisheries\, and the Environment (DFFE) and National Business Initiative (NBI). \nWe invite you to join us on 24 May at our COP27 Roadshow Launch\, to discover how you can be a part of this momentous occasion for the African continent.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-cop27-roadshow-launch/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211123T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211124T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20211103T111126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T111126Z
UID:12607-1637658000-1637760600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:7th Annual Water Stewardship Conference - Online
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/7th-annual-water-stewardship-conference-online/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211102T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20211014T133855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091303Z
UID:12363-1635847200-1635854400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Just Transition Pathways Report Launch: AFOLU Sector Decarbonisation and The Role of Gas for a Just Transition Reports
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the release of the next two report chapters from the Just Transition Pathways research project: \n\nThe AFOLU Sector Decarbonisation Pathway Report\nThe Role of Gas for a Just Transition Report\n\nThis project is a partnership between the National Business Initiative (NBI)\, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). These chapters form part of the broader series focussed on developing decarbonisation pathways for sectors of the South African economy. \nThe Agriculture\, Forestry and Other Land Use (AFOLU) chapter explores measures and impacts of the transition to a low-carbon\, climate resilient AFOLU sector\, while the Gas report focuses on understanding the role of gas in South Africa’s decarbonisation journey. \nLike many developing countries\, South Africa has the task of balancing the urgent need for a just economic transition and growth with ensuring environmental resources are sustainably used and consumed\, while also responding to the physical impacts of climate change. These sectors play a critical role in responding to these challenges. \nKey findings from each of these reports: \n\nThe South African AFOLU sector is at significant climate risk and requires the development of a climate resilient AFOLU sector. This will ensure food security\,  sustainable healthy diets for all South Africans and maintain the sector’s socio-economic contribution.\nIf affordably supplied\, gas can play a key transition role by enabling variability management in the power sector and substitute coal feedstock in industry and particularly in the synfuels sector.\n\nBackground: \nSouth Africa is extremely vulnerable to the physical risk of climate change and the transition risk presented by a rapid global trend to a zero-carbon future. There is a pressing need to cut greenhouse gas emissions significantly to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change globally. We also need to consider green industrialisation as an opportunity to address South Africa’s economic stagnation and to respond to the global economic crisis triggered by the devastating COVID-19 Pandemic. To enable our economic recovery\, ensure long term competitiveness and social resilience in the face of future climate and transition risk\, South Africa needs a Just Transition plan to avoid getting left behind. We therefore need to work toward a goal of net zero emissions by 2050. \nJoin the webinar on Tuesday\, 2 November 2021\, to learn more about the results and consider implications and opportunities for South Africa with our multistakeholder panel.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/just-transition-pathways-report-launch-afolu-sector-decarbonisation-and-the-role-of-gas-for-a-just-transition-reports/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211012T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20211012T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T170432
CREATED:20210917T154451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T091252Z
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SUMMARY:Just Transition Pathways Project: Public release of the mining sector and the petrochemicals and chemicals sector decarbonisation reports
DESCRIPTION:The decarbonisation report chapters for both the mining as well as the petrochemicals and chemicals sectors are now ready to be shared! We are excited for you to join us as we release these findings as part of the broader NBI-BUSA-BCG Just Transition Pathways project for public consultation. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) launched the Just Transition Pathways research project in 2020 in partnership with Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Together\, with a broad range of stakeholders\, including business\, government\, civil society and academia\, we sought to identify decarbonisation pathways for key sectors of the South African economy\, aligned with the goal of net zero emissions by 2050. This was done to show that it is indeed possible to decarbonise our economy and to ensure a Just Transition. \nA Just Transition is an opportunity for South Africa to manage both physical climate and transition risks\, effectively contributing to global climate response efforts and addressing our current socio-economic challenges. In the wake of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic\, a Just Transition offers a way to foster an inclusive and equitable economic recovery and growth\, unlocking green investment opportunities and economic competitiveness for key sectors. This part of our Just Transitions project seeks to identify techno-economic decarbonisation pathways for key sectors of our economy and highlight what critical decisions and actions are necessary to enable a Just Transition for South Africa. \nThese report chapters summarise the results from the development of both the mining as well as petrochemicals and chemicals sector decarbonisation pathways towards net zero emissions by 2050. \nJoin the webinar on 12th October 2021 as we highlight what the possible decarbonisation pathways could look like for each of these sectors and consider their implications and opportunities for South Africa.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/just-transition-pathways-project-public-release-of-the-mining-sector-and-the-petrochemicals-and-chemicals-sector-decarbonisation-reports/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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SUMMARY:The public release of the Power Sector Decarbonisation Report from the NBI Just Transition Pathways project - Our future is renewable
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to share the first in a series of report chapters on the decarbonisation pathways for the South African economy. Join us on 11th August 2021 as we release the findings of the NBI Just Transition Pathways project for the South African power sector as a draft chapter for public consultation. \nBackground: \nSouth Africa and her people are extremely vulnerable to the physical risk of climate change and our economy is vulnerable to the transition risk presented by a rapid global trend to a low-carbon future. This trend is driven by the dire need to cut greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change globally. We also need to consider green industrialisation as an opportunity to get us out of the global economic crisis triggered by the devastating COVID-19 Pandemic. To support our economic recovery and ensure long term competitiveness and social resilience in the face of future climate and transition risk\, South Africa needs a Just Transition plan or we will risk getting left behind. We therefore need to work toward a goal of net zero emissions by 2050. \nIt is also essential that the South African business community is able to contribute constructively to conversations around what a just transition looks like in South Africa.  Our future must be ecologically and economically sustainable and just to ensure no one is left behind. \nIn response to the above imperatives\, the NBI launched the Just Transition Pathways research project in 2020 in partnership with Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Together with participation from a broad range of stakeholders from business\, government\, civil society\, and academia\, we sought to identify decarbonisation pathways for key sectors of the South African economy aligned with net zero emissions by 2050. This was done to show that it is indeed possible to decarbonise our economy and to ensure a just transition. \nThis report chapter summarises the results from the power sector study and charts the technical and socio-economic pathway to net zero emissions by 2050. Two key findings of this report are: \n\nBy leveraging its world class renewable energy sources\, South Africa can fully decarbonise its power sector\, while unlocking the opportunity to stimulate economic growth and job creation.\nThe transformation of South Africa’s power system can result in net-positive job creation\, if South Africa can successfully localise elements of the renewable energy value chain and effectively re-skill the workforce.\n\nJoin the webinar on 11 August 2021 to learn more about the results and consider implications and opportunities for South Africa with our multistakeholder panel.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/the-public-release-of-the-power-sector-decarbonisation-report-from-the-nbi-just-transition-pathways-project-our-future-is-renewable/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa Launch
DESCRIPTION:The year 2021 is pivotal in the race to tackle climate change\, and countries have a limited amount of time for action. Responding effectively to this global challenge involves a massive transformation in financial markets. The scale of financial and other resources needed to achieve this transformation is in the order of hundreds of billions of US dollars.   \nThis transformation must involve a country-driven shift toward policies and technologies that catalyse new investments and mainstream climate change into existing systems\, as articulated in countries’ climate commitments. South Africa requires a clear pathway to financing and implementing its climate targets as part of achieving a just transition for the country. \nA key barrier to climate action is the shortage of projects able to attract the finance and investment necessary for large-scale implementation. The financing available and the capacities to absorb such resources vary across different countries\, something which the National Business Initiative (NBI) and GreenCape have worked to address in South Africa over the past few years. \nNBI in partnership with GreenCape have recently been appointed as the delivery partners for the Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) in South Africa. The CFA is a technical assistance programme funded by UK International Climate Finance\, globally led by PwC\, in collaboration with Ricardo. \nThe main objective of the CFA programme is to improve the flow of climate finance in South Africa which will support the implementation of South Africa’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)\, thereby delivering emissions reductions and raising overall climate ambition. \nThe CFA: \n\nOffers opportunities for project developers\, financiers and policy makers to work together to identify funding options to get capital flowing to low carbon projects\, with the aim of enabling the development of a pipeline of low carbon projects.\nWill help to turn potential investment opportunities into fully funded projects. It aims to unlock great ideas and transformative technologies by enabling projects that would otherwise remain on the drawing board to be financed.\nWill also contribute to embedding a permanent CFA process in South Africa which will create a sustainable model for leveraging private capital to help fund the NDC and reduce emissions.\n\nThe NBI\, GreenCape\, the British High Commission Pretoria\, the Department for Business Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the CFA team are pleased to invite you to attend the launch of CFA South Africa to provide targeted support for expanding South Africa’s pipeline of climate projects able to attract finance.   \nThe objectives of the launch event are threefold: \n\nDetail the scope of the CFA in South Africa\, the expected benefits\, and the opportunities for stakeholder engagement and involvement;\nProvide a high-level overview of the key findings from the climate finance landscape mapping\, including gaps in the climate finance supply chain; and\nDiscuss investment barriers and opportunities in relevant low carbon sectors in South Africa.\n\nPlease click here to register for this Zoom event.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/climate-finance-accelerator-south-africa-launch/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Developing Decarbonisation Pathways for Industry to Inform a Just Transition in South Africa Aligned to Net Zero by 2050
DESCRIPTION:Partnerships between government and business are crucial to build solutions that meet global\, national\, sectoral and corporate-level climate change commitments. Global industry is critically appraising future options and transformation needs and an increasing number of corporations are proposing their own net zero targets and plans. \nThe NBI and IDDRI are working to support individual businesses and sectors in exploring what deep decarbonisation pathways could look like for heavy emitting industries and value chains in South Africa and globally. As part of our research and engagement\, we are facilitating a South Africa-EU dialogue on long-term industrial pathways in collaboration with business and policymakers. \nThis event is the first in a series of engagements that will form part of the South Africa-EU dialogue on just industrial transitions. The series aims to promote constructive discussions about decarbonisation pathways\, investment opportunities and policy-related enablers for effective transitions from a business perspective. \nThis first dialogue\, to be held on the 19th May\, will begin with a plenary session for the South African and EU policy and decision- makers to frame technical decarbinisation pathways for a Just Transition to a carbon neutral economy and the role industry and international cooperation are expected to play. \nKey speakers include: \n\nMs. Joanne Yawitch\, CEO NBI\nDr. Riina Kionka\, EU Ambassador to the Republic of South Africa\nMs. Nomfundo Tshabalala\, Director-General of the Department of Forestry\, Fisheries and Environment\nDr. Chrispian Olver\, Executive Director Presidential Climate Change Coordination Commission\nMr. Sébastien Treyer\,  Executive Director of IDDRI\n\nWe will then have the opportunity to unpack concrete challenges\, enablers across value chains and emerging opportunities for collaboration between South Africa and the EU\, specifically for steel. We will also  take a deep dive into understanding what examples of South African and European private sector-driven decarbonisation pathways look like for specific industries including chemicals (incl. petrochemicals) and cement as part of a Just Transition. \nEach sector-level breakout session will include the following: \n\nSector decarbonisation pathway in South Africa\nSector decarbonisation pathway in Europe\nSA & EU Business facilitated Q&A session on international value chains and trade\, technology development and cooperation and country-wide visions implication\nFacilitated discussion on bilateral collaboration opportunities\, identification  of opportunities for investment\, foster knowledge/ solution exchange and identify key enabling policy options\n\nThe NBI and IDDRI invite you to participate in this interactive session and knowledge sharing between South African and EU experts.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/developing-decarbonisation-pathways-for-industry-to-inform-a-just-transition-in-south-africa-aligned-to-net-zero-by-2050/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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SUMMARY:COP26 South African Pavilion Roadshow Launch
DESCRIPTION:Demonstrating government and business ambition and credibility\, as well as positioning South Africa as an attractive low-carbon investment destination \nClimate change is one of the biggest threats to our global economy and tackling it is also one of the world’s big economic opportunities. The 26th International Climate Change Conference (COP26)\, to be held in Glasgow\, UK  in November 2021\, will be a pivotal moment for governments and business across the globe to make ambitious commitments to tackle climate change and achieve a Just Transition. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified calls for a green recovery and building back better. \nIn order to achieve a green recovery and greater economic competitiveness in the future\, South Africa will have to develop not only robust net-zero plans but also position itself as preferred low-carbon and climate resilient investment destination in a manner that balances economic\, social and environmental priorities. \nSouth Africa’s key trade partners have already committed to deep carbon cuts. To access these new markets and capital\, South Africa needs to position itself as a credible market. Backed by an enhanced country level contribution to global climate efforts\, South Africa’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) will enable South Africa to access trade and finance opportunities fundamental to transitioning our economy and maintaining its competitiveness. \nCOP26 is an opportunity for government and business to jointly develop and affirm South Africa’s long-term commitments towards net-zero emissions by 2050 and a climate resilient future\, underpinned by a Just Transition. South Africa’s transition is an opportunity to stimulate an economic recovery that is just: meaning that it reduces inequality\, maintains and strengthens social cohesion\, eradicates poverty\, ensures participation in a new economy for all\, and creates a socio-economic context which is resilient to the physical impacts of climate change. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Department of Forestry\, Fisheries\, and Environment (DFFE) take pleasure in inviting NBI members to attend this COP26 South African Pavilion Roadshow Launch that will highlight how the business community can support South Africa’s presence at COP26 and partner to deliver a successful Pavilion that will demonstrate and promote South Africa as a low-carbon and climate resilient trade investment destination.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cop26-south-african-pavilion-roadshow-launch/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Enhancing NDC Ambition and the Importance of Private Sector Participation
DESCRIPTION:The latest science from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) indicates that more urgent and rapid reductions in emissions are required by all countries. A failure to limit emissions to 1.5 degrees leaves us vulnerable to the impacts of severe climate change. Although some real progress has been made\, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has indicated that current individual level contributions are not adequate to prevent dangerous global warming this century. \nCalls are mounting for countries to enhance their climate ambition or Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Climate Agreement\, in the run up to 26th International Climate Change Conference (COP26) to be held in Glasgow\, Scotland\, in November 2021. \nBold and fearless leadership will be essential in ensuring a successful ‘Just Transition’ to a net-zero economy. A ‘Just Transition’ incorporates socio-economic and historic considerations with the principles of equity and inclusiveness. Countries like Indonesia\, for example\, have been able to reduce fossil fuel subsidies allowing for larger portions of the fiscus to go towards their infrastructure and social development. \nThe South African Cabinet has released the country’s revised NDC for public comment. An ambitious NDC for South Africa is necessary for triggering the structural changes and building the trust required to achieve a ‘Just Transition’. In the eyes of the international community it demonstrates our commitment to making a fair share contribution to global climate response measures. Credibility based on an ambitious NDC will enhance our access to investment\, markets and climate finance. If this ambition is shared across geographies\, it will smooth the path for international cooperative approaches\, including between industries. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and IDDRI invite you to join us as we discuss perspectives on\, and approaches toward raising NDC globally and at national level in developing country contexts. We will hear from countries like Indonesia\, India\, Mexico and South Africa and talk about NDC ambition in relation to key elements relevant to developing country contexts such as jobs\, the ‘Just Transition’\, competitiveness and inclusive growth.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/enhancing-ndc-ambition-and-the-importance-of-private-sector-participation/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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