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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191018T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Water Stewardship Conference
DESCRIPTION:‘Strengthening the water value chain through partnership’ is the topic for this year’s by invitation-only event\, which brings together representatives from the public and private sector\, municipalities\, banking institutions and civil society. No value chain is stronger than its weakest link. But can a weak link be strengthened through partnerships? This is the question that will guide the cross learning during the day’s events\, which will feature dynamic examples of collaborative governance through partnerships and practical case studies and success stories. The learning event will also provide a platform for dialogue amongst relevant partners from public\, private and civil society sectors where alternative water and sanitation service solutions can be fostered\, lessons shared and scalability in the South African context explored. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/5th-annual-water-stewardship-conference/
LOCATION:Kopano ya metsi
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191009T103000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190919T132859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T132859Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring opportunities offered by low carbon economic transition scenarios in response to climate change and related global economic trends
DESCRIPTION:The transition to global net-zero economies by 2050 is underway and accelerating. Business needs to engage in these conversations or risk undermining their competitiveness. We need to understand the risk\, how planning is done by government and what role business could or should play. \nJoin us for an exclusive\, member only event where we share an update on the NBI’s (National Business Initiative’s) research and an overview of government’s planning processes. In addition\, we will deal with the complexity of a Just Transition in the context of transition ambition as well as discuss the need to support government in enhancing the detail and ambition in the NDCs (Nationally Determined Contributions) and LEDS (Low Emissions Development Strategy)\, in the build up to COP26 in 2020. The NDCs encapsulate each country’s contribution to reducing carbon emissions and adapting to climate change\, as required by Article 4 of the Paris Agreement. While the NDC sets a country’s ambition\, the LEDS document should lay out the plan for how the NDC goals will be reached. \nThis will be a highly interactive session where you will be given the opportunity to guide our research. We look forward to your participation. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/exploring-opportunities-offered-by-low-carbon-economic-transition-scenarios-in-response-to-climate-change-and-related-global-economic-trends/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191004T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20191004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20191004T133005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T133005Z
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SUMMARY:Global Economic Transitions are Accelerating - KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the United Nations Secretary General’s (UNSG) Summit on Climate Change represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2019. Central to these discussions are the issues and opportunities relating to just socio-economic transition and climate resilient development\, with key implications for the South African business landscape. The world is changing fast\, and we risk getting left behind. \nJoin us for an exclusive member feedback session on the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. \nUpdates and insights will be shared from our participation at these events\, as well as a translation of their relevance to the South African context through key programmes and projects run by the National Business Initiative\, including the Alliances for Climate Action\, uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security project. \nRSVP here for Kwa-Zulu Natal.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/global-economic-transitions-are-accelerating-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190911T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190911T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190827T142135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T142135Z
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SUMMARY:TLS: The Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and Transition Risk
DESCRIPTION:Since its publication in 2017\, the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) have attracted significant local and international interest\, with their recommendations incorporated into key disclosure platforms. The National Business Initiative (NBI) is hosting a half-day roundtable focussing on: an introduction to TCFD and transition risk\, the implications of the TCFD’s recommendations for South African organisations and their key stakeholders\, current company approaches and practices and future engagement and work areas in relation to TCFD. If you are an NBI Member company\, please click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/tls-the-task-force-on-climate-related-financial-disclosures-tcfd-and-transition-risk/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190619T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190527T131710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T131710Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: The Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and Transition Risk – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Since its publication in 2017\, the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) (www.tcfdhub.org) have attracted significant local and international interest\, with their recommendations incorporated into key disclosure platforms. \nThe Task Force’s recommendations represent a significant step in enabling markets to support the transition to a low-carbon economy\, by identifying the information needed to appropriately assess and price climate-related risks and opportunities. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to attend a half-day roundtable focused on: \n\nAn introduction to TCFD and transition risk\nThe implications of the TCFD’s recommendations for South African organisations and their key stakeholders\nCurrent company approaches and practices\nFuture engagement and work areas in relation to TCFD\n\nIf you an NBI Member Company\, kindly click ACCEPT to RSVP.futuFuture
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-the-task-force-on-climate-related-financial-disclosures-tcfd-and-transition-risk-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190527T102224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T102224Z
UID:5511-1560517200-1560528000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Soft Launch – KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:CDP Climate Change 2018 Soft Launch – KwaZulu-Natal \nJoin us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report in KwaZulu-Natal where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nJoin us at the KZN soft launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report for new insights that the updated questionnaire and inclusion of the TCFD reporting framework has provided\, by clicking on the following: uMhlanga\, 14 June: The Square\, Boutique Hotel. \nFor more information kindly contact Geeta Morar.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-soft-launch-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190529T102521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T102521Z
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SUMMARY:CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: KwaZulu-Natal
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshops-kwazulu-natal/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190527T101322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T101322Z
UID:5505-1560420000-1560430800@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Launch – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report in Cape Town where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nFor more information\, kindly contact Geeta Morar or RSVP as follows: Cape Town: The Vineyard Hotel\, 13 June 2019.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-launch-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190612T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190529T101850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T101850Z
UID:5547-1560333600-1560355200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshops-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Website-Climate-4.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190611T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190527T100540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T100540Z
UID:5501-1560247200-1560258000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Climate Change 2018 Launch - Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the launch of the NBI’s 2018 CDP South Africa report where we will use CDP data to track the progress by companies in South Africa in scaling up climate action and ambition.    \nClimate change is an economic issue. Building on the momentous Paris Agreement\, nations\, states and cities around the world are firmly transitioning towards a low carbon economy. In addition\, the world’s largest companies (through We Mean Business) are independently transforming their business models to support this low carbon transition. These economic changes will have a profound impact on the competitiveness of South African businesses. \nCompanies have been responding to CDP in South Africa for over ten years. The data has shown South African responding companies to be global leaders\, thus enhancing their competitiveness\, but in 2016 CDP data hinted at early warning signs that South African companies may be faltering. In 2018\, with changes to CDP scoring methodology and questionnaires\, we have seen a drop in CDP scores\, with little improvement made to increase climate ambition and enhance target setting. In order for South Africa to be competitive in a global economy we need to ensure that our strong climate leadership (that we have maintained over the years) translates to ambitious actions that result in “required by science” emissions reductions. \nFor more information please contact Geeta Morar or RSVP as follows: Johannesburg\, 11 June: Capital on the Park Hotel\, Sandton.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-climate-change-2018-launch-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190610T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190529T101506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T101506Z
UID:5536-1560160800-1560182400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:CDP Week: CDP and Science Based Targets (SBTs) Workshop: Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:The CDP Climate Change and CDP Water 2019 workshop will be convened by the National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with CDP. Both Nicolette Bartlett\, Head of Climate Strategy at CDP\, as well as Alberto Carrillo Pineda\, a CDP and SBTs expert\, will be joining us. \nThe session will provide companies with feedback on key outcomes from the 2018 CDP reporting round and give companies an update on what to expect for 2019. It will also focus on: \n\nThe past performance of CDP responding companies;\nUpdates on the CDP process this year\, including the scoring methodology and common errors in responding;\nAn update on Science Based Targets and TCFD requirements; and\n Setting Science based targets with CDP and SBTs experts.\n\nYour feedback on previous reporting rounds and recommendations for improvement are most welcome. Both seasoned reporters as well as newcomers will gain value from attending these workshops. \nPlease extend this invitation to consulting companies who assist with your CDP disclosures.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/cdp-week-cdp-and-science-based-targets-sbt-workshop-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190510T132926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T132926Z
UID:5407-1559829600-1559840400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Unlocking Water Investment - Kopano ya Metsi Launch: Johannesburg: Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:Over a period of 18 months\, the NBI’s Kopano ya Metsi project has engaged with hundreds of water experts in South Africa to understand how we unlock national water investment. Please join us as we launch the project findings in Johannesburg where we will discuss: where the main opportunities for private sector involvement lie\, the key barriers to Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and how these can be addressed\, how municipal water management can be strengthened; and the future of water financing in South Africa. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/unlocking-water-investment-kopano-ya-metsi-launch-johannesburg-johannesburg/
LOCATION:COP27-South-Africa-Pavilion-Events
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190531
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190527T095713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190527T095713Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Carbon Markets
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Environmental Affairs\, The World Bank and the National Business Initiative are hosting a two-day capacity building event\, focusing on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and global trends on carbon pricing. The two days will cover the work that the World Bank has been doing on carbon pricing and competitiveness\, and will describe the importance of article 6 and its implications for business. It will also share experiences in carbon offset schemes and deal with the key political issues and expectations that could influence article 6. This is a by invitation only event for NBI Member companies and will take place over 2 days – 29 to 30 May 2019. Please contact Gillian Hutchings for further details or should you wish to request an invitation.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/workshop-on-carbon-markets/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190510T131527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T131527Z
UID:5398-1558515600-1558530000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:TLS: The Task Force On Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and Transition Risk - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Since its publication in 2017\, the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) have attracted significant local and international interest\, with their recommendations incorporated into key disclosure platforms. The Task Force’s recommendations represent a significant step in enabling markets to support the transition to a low-carbon economy\, by identifying the information needed to appropriately assess and price climate-related risks and opportunities. The National Business Initiative (NBI) and University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) are hosting a half-day roundtable focused on: an introduction to TCFD and transition risk\, the implications of the TCFD’s recommendations for South African organisations and their key stakeholders\, current company approaches as well as practices and future engagement; and work areas in relation to TCFD. Kindly click here to RSVP. For NBI member companies only.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/tls-the-task-force-on-climate-related-financial-disclosures-tcfd-and-transition-risk-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190514T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190510T130127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190510T130127Z
UID:5387-1557842400-1557849600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Unlocking National Water Investment - Kopano ya Metsi Launch: Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:Over a period of 18 months\, the NBI’s Kopano ya Metsi project has engaged with hundreds of water experts in South Africa to understand how we unlock national water investment. Please join us as we launch the project findings in Johannesburg where we will discuss: where the main opportunities for private sector involvement lie\, the key barriers to Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and how these can be addressed\, how municipal water management can be strengthened; and the future of water financing in South Africa. The Cape Town launch will be taking place next week on Tuesday\, during African Utility Week. RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/unlocking-national-water-investment-kopano-ya-metsi-launch-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/New-Water-Website-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190301T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190301T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190206T083113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T083113Z
UID:4647-1551434400-1551447000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Kopano ya Metsi: Municipal Wastewater Treatment and Reuse Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) and South African Local Government Association (SALGA) invite are hosting an expert roundtable on how we transform the wastewater sector in South Africa into an economic success story. The roundtable will focus on understanding how wastewater can be tackled in a system-wide approach\, and how we can build on our existing efforts. The session will be limited to key role-players in the water\, wastewater and municipal space. Please contact Mmaphefo Twala for further details: MmaphefoT@nbi.org.za
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/kopano-ya-metsi-municipal-wastewater-treatment-and-reuse-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190213T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20190213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20190215T095455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190215T095455Z
UID:4805-1550059200-1550066400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Cop24 Feedback - Key Outcomes Agreed at the UN Climate Talks in Katowice\, Poland
DESCRIPTION:This session will unpack the meaning and significance of COP24\, both globally and for South African business\, focusing on the following key questions: What are the key outcomes of COP24? What are the implications of the Paris Rulebook for business\, and in particular\, for South African companies? What does the science say and are we getting there? What is the economic opportunity of bold climate action through We Mean Business? We will also showcase our Augmented Reality Infographic which demonstrates the impact of climate change in South Africa. If you are an NBI member company and would like to attend this session\, please RSVP here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-cop24-feedback-key-outcomes-agreed-at-the-un-climate-talks-in-katowice-poland/
LOCATION:Kopano ya metsi
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/COP24-Website.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181108T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20181016T124752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T124752Z
UID:4042-1541682000-1541689200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the following link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend this session:  Cape Town: Thursday\, 8 November 2018 – Southern Sun Waterfront.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181105T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20181016T100023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T100023Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the following link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend this session: Johannesburg: Monday\, 5 November 2018 – FutureSpace\, Sandton
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181030T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20181015T095753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T095753Z
UID:4023-1540904400-1540915200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: Global Insights for Strengthened Water and Climate Action – Durban
DESCRIPTION:World Water Week\, Climate Week New York and the Global Climate Action Summit represent three of the major global dialogues on sustainability held in 2018. Join us as we discuss the key issues raised at each conference and their relevance for company practice and the strengthening of local action. Against this global backdrop\, updates and insights will be shared from our local collective action partnerships between industry\, government and civil society\, including the uMhlathuze Water Stewardship Partnership and the Western Cape Water Task Force. Finally\, our Durban seminar will conclude with an introduction to the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and its implications for South African companies. Click on the relevant link if you are an NBI Member company and would like to attend one of these sessions. Durban: Tuesday\, 30 October 2018 –  Garden Court Umhlanga.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-global-insights-for-strengthened-water-and-climate-action-durban/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20181005T080306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T080306Z
UID:3938-1539694800-1539702000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Consultation on the Second Biennial Report on Climate Change Research and Development
DESCRIPTION:The National Government Performance Management Framework requires the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) are jointly conducting an assessment of climate change research and development in South Africa every two years\, for reporting to Cabinet. The second assessment is currently underway. Join us in understanding and influencing the national research and development agenda on climate change. The purpose of the assessment is to help ensure that South Africa has the necessary knowledge\, skills\, technologies and capacities to thrive in the 21st century\, with all its changes and uncertainties. You are encouraged to participate in this assessment by attending the consultation on the 16th of October 2018. For more information please contact: Nadia Algera or Verushka Singh and click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/consultation-on-the-second-biennial-report-on-climate-change-research-and-development/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180927T132832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T132832Z
UID:3828-1539682200-1539689400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Agile Response to Disruptive Forces
DESCRIPTION:The South African Energy Association (SANEA) and the National Business Initiative (NBI) are hosting a joint workshop to do a deep dive on the pivot risk on agile responses to disruptive forces. This risk has been defined as “Agile response to rapidly changing technological\, market\, social and environmental drivers and trends leading to modified business models and markets”. The workshop will be attended by Energy Experts Group set up by SANEA to provide input into the 2019 report. If you are an NBI member company\, we invite you to be a part of this process by preparing some thoughts to this risk and attending the workshop. Enquiries can be directed to: Verushka Singh or please click here to RSVP.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/agile-response-to-disruptive-forces/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181001T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20181001T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180912T135724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T135724Z
UID:3644-1538395200-1538400600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Our Energy Context and the Energy Efficiency Guide Launch
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) in partnership with Nedbank and Carbon Trust is hosting the launch of The Energy Efficiency Guide. This is a practical guide for improved business competiveness through energy efficiency and energy management. We will explore the macroeconomic energy environment in South Africa with Nedbank’s Chief Economist\, Dennis Dykes\, illustrate the NBI’s plan for energy and energy efficiency over the next year\, and introduce a practical guide to energy efficiency produced by Nedbank\, NBI and Carbon Trust. Enquiries can be directed to: Verushka Singh or click here should you wish to attend this launch.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/our-energy-context-and-the-energy-efficiency-guide-launch/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180928T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180912T135427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T135427Z
UID:3641-1538125200-1538150400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Roadshow: Aligning the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) To Business Strategy – Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:In response to social\, economic and environmental pressures\, a growing group of forward looking companies and sectors have begun to align their strategies and core business processes with the SDGs to manage risk and find new business opportunities. These companies also recognise that social\, economic\, and environmental stability and well-being are central to business sustainability. Those that can demonstrate their commitment and contribution towards the achievement of the SDGs increase their chances of remaining relevant and competitive in future. Join us at our interactive and informative SDG Roadshow designed to help you identify the strong business case for adopting and aligning your company’s strategy and core business activities to the SDGs by clicking on the following link: Johannesburg – Friday\, 28 September 2018. Should you require further information\, please contact: Geeta Morar.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roadshow-aligning-the-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs-to-business-strategy-johannesburg/
LOCATION:Kopano ya metsi
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180927T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180912T135150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T135150Z
UID:3637-1538038800-1538064000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Roadshow: Aligning the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) To Business Strategy - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:In response to social\, economic and environmental pressures\, a growing group of forward looking companies and sectors have begun to align their strategies and core business processes with the SDGs to manage risk and find new business opportunities. These companies also recognise that social\, economic\, and environmental stability and well-being are central to business sustainability. Those that can demonstrate their commitment and contribution towards the achievement of the SDGs increase their chances of remaining relevant and competitive in future. Join us at our interactive and informative SDG Roadshow designed to help you identify the strong business case for adopting and aligning your company’s strategy and core business activities to the SDGs by clicking on the following link: Cape Town – Thursday\, 27 September 2018. Should you require further information\, please contact: Geeta Morar.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roadshow-aligning-the-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs-to-business-strategy-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180926T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180912T134825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T134825Z
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SUMMARY:Roadshow: Aligning the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) To Business Strategy – KZN
DESCRIPTION:In response to social\, economic and environmental pressures\, a growing group of forward looking companies and sectors have begun to align their strategies and core business processes with the SDGs to manage risk and find new business opportunities. These companies also recognise that social\, economic\, and environmental stability and well-being are central to business sustainability. Those that can demonstrate their commitment and contribution towards the achievement of the SDGs increase their chances of remaining relevant and competitive in future. Join us at our interactive and informative SDG Roadshow designed to help you identify the strong business case for adopting and aligning your company’s strategy and core business activities to the SDGs by clicking on the following link: Durban –  Wednesday\, 26 September 2018. Should you require further information\, please contact: Geeta Morar.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/roadshow-aligning-the-sustainable-development-goals-sdgs-to-business-strategy-kzn/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180920T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180912T134354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180912T134354Z
UID:3629-1537441200-1537448400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Series: South Africa’s Draft Integrated Resource Plan 2018
DESCRIPTION:The draft Integrated Resource Plan 2018 (IRP) was released for public comment on the 27th of August 2018. Stakeholders are invited to submit written comments within 60 days of release. The draft IRP maps out how Government intends to manage electricity demand up until 2030. Companies spend a significant portion on electricity each year\, and this is an opportunity to engage on the energy mix of the South African electricity sector\, instead of considering electricity as merely a cost to be managed. It is extremely positive that Government is willing to engage with the public for input on the IRP. The National Business Initiative (NBI) would like to enable a broader capacity amongst business to engage in political processes on the energy transition and to do this\, we will be hosting an IRP event for NBI Member Companies. RSVP by clicking here.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/thought-leadership-series-south-africas-draft-integrated-resource-plan-2018/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180803T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180720T140511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T140511Z
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SUMMARY:Business and Government COP24 Partnership: Showcasing South African Business Leadership and Good Practice - Durban
DESCRIPTION:National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to pursue the opportunity of having your company’s climate stewardship promoted at COP24 in Katowice\, Poland. We invite you to participate in the 2018 South African Exhibition building on the excellent outcome of last year’s efforts. We would also like to inform you about the Talanoa Dialogues and give you the opportunity to participate in the South African process. The Talanoa Dialogue represents an opening up of the UN Climate Negotiations because non-state actors are able to actively participate and submit their ideas for how national governments can improve their emission reduction targets. If you an NBI Member company and would like to attend the Durban roadshow then please click on the following link to RSVP:  Durban – Friday\, 3 August 2018.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/business-and-government-cop24-partnership-showcasing-south-african-business-leadership-and-good-practice-durban/
LOCATION:Teams
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180802T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180720T140225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T140225Z
UID:3414-1533207600-1533214800@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Business and Government COP24 Partnership: Showcasing South African Business Leadership and Good Practice - Johannesburg
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to pursue the opportunity of having your company’s climate stewardship promoted at COP24 in Katowice\, Poland. We invite you to participate in the 2018 South African Exhibition building on the excellent outcome of last year’s efforts. We would also like to inform you about the Talanoa Dialogues and give you the opportunity to participate in the South African process. The Talanoa Dialogue represents an opening up of the UN Climate Negotiations because non-state actors are able to actively participate and submit their ideas for how national governments can improve their emission reduction targets. If you an NBI Member company and would like to attend the JOhannesburg roadshow then please click on the following link: Johannesburg – Thursday\, 2 August 2018.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/business-and-government-cop24-partnership-showcasing-south-african-business-leadership-and-good-practice-johannesburg/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180801T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20180801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T222000
CREATED:20180719T145207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T145207Z
UID:3406-1533121200-1533128400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Business and Government COP24 Partnership: Showcasing South African Business Leadership and Good Practice - Cape Town
DESCRIPTION:The National Business Initiative (NBI) invites you to pursue the opportunity of having your company’s climate stewardship promoted at COP24 in Katowice\, Poland. We invite you to participate in the 2018 South African Exhibition building on the excellent outcome of last year’s efforts. We would also like to inform you about the Talanoa Dialogues and give you the opportunity to participate in the South African process. The Talanoa Dialogue represents an opening up of the UN Climate Negotiations because non-state actors are able to actively participate and submit their ideas for how national governments can improve their emission reduction targets. If you an NBI Member company and would like to attend the Cape Town roadshow then please click on the following link to RSVP: Cape Town – Wednesday\, 1 August 2018.
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/business-and-government-cop24-partnership-showcasing-south-african-business-leadership-and-good-practice-cape-town/
CATEGORIES:Environmental Sustainability
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