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SUMMARY:Unpacking the South African Wholesale Electricity Market for Business and Municipalities
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/join-the-gauteng-water-action-lab-a-focus-on-the-city-of-ekurhuleni-building-water-resilience-together/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260226T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260209T094747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T113213Z
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SUMMARY:NBI AGM Membership Council 2026
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-agm-membership-council-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260305T091300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T092218Z
UID:26594-1773133200-1773147600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:White Paper Event March 2026
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/white-paper-event-march-2026/
LOCATION:Centurion
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260305T090244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T122811Z
UID:26583-1773828000-1773835200@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:INVITATION Exploring South Africa’s New Energy\, Critical Minerals\, Manufacturing and Logistics Frontier – A Northern Cape Provincial Government Showcase
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/invitation-exploring-south-africas-new-energy-critical-minerals-manufacturing-and-logistics-frontier-a-northern-cape-provincial-government-showcase/
LOCATION:Sandton
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Exploring-South-Africas-New-Energy-Critical-Minerals-Manufacturing-and-Logistics-Frontier-–.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260209T091154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T071227Z
UID:26376-1773914400-1773921600@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:The Road to COP31: Opportunities for Business Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/the-road-to-cop31-opportunities-for-business-collaboration/
LOCATION:Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/a9e4b6e7-5cca-c5cd-06d9-df85f348b7ae.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260320T120000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260320T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260303T093153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T065256Z
UID:26506-1774008000-1774017000@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:INVITATION Nature Action Accelerator - A South African Perspective on a Global Shift Toward Nature-Positive Business
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/invitation-nature-action-accelerator-a-south-african-perspective-on-a-global-shift-toward-nature-positive-business/
LOCATION:MS Teams Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nbi.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/A-South-African-Perspective-on-a-Global-Shift-Toward-Nature-Positive-Business.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260318T060659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T080131Z
UID:26662-1774429200-1774454400@www.nbi.org.za
SUMMARY:Invitation EEPBIP-ESCo Awareness Raising  Match-Making Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/invitation-eepbip-esco-awareness-raising-match-making-networking-session/
LOCATION:FutureSpace\, 61 Katherine Street\, Johannesburg\, Gaiuteng\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T111634
CREATED:20260409T053005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T091920Z
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SUMMARY:INVITATION Nature Action Accelerator: Module 2 - A South African Perspective on a Global Shift Toward Nature
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nature-action-accelerator-module-2-a-south-african-perspective-on-a-global-shift-toward-nature/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:NBI Member Only Event - Carbon Markets in Practice: What Companies Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:South Africa is one of the world’s most biodiverse countries – yet its ecological systems are increasingly under pressure from climate change\, land use change and economic activity. \nWith the Global Biodiversity Framework (including Target 15) calling on business to assess\, reduce and disclose nature-related risks and impacts\, the role of the private sector is now central to advancing a credible\, nature-positive future. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI) and the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT)\, supported by Business for Nature\, invite your organisation to participate in the second module of the Nature Action Accelerator – part of a structured\, practical four part series designed to enable South African businesses move from awareness to the operational integration of nature into their systems.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    What the Accelerator Delivers            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Built around the globally recognised ACT-D Framework\, the programme supports companies to: \n\nAssess:Understand nature-related impacts\, dependencies\, risks and opportunities\nCommit:Set clear\, science-aligned ambitions and targets\nTransform: Integrate nature into core business decision making\, operations\, supply chains and investment processes\nDisclose:Align with evolving nature-related reporting expectations and requirements\n\nThe second module of the Nature Action Accelerator will focus on the ‘Commit’ phase of the ACT-D framework. \nThe session will guide companies in translating assessment insights gathered in the ‘Assess’ phase into credible commitments\, including how to: \n\nDefine science-aligned ambition on nature\nAlign commitments with the Global Biodiversity Framework (Target 15)\nIntegrate commitment setting into strategic planning and governance processes\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        This engagement will also continue strengthening practical capability for organisations undertaking or preparing for nature related assessments\, strategy integration and governance alignment – but with a strong focus on helping companies move from understanding to making meaningful\, measurable commitments to nature action. \nWhy Participate? \nBuild practical capability to integrate nature into strategy\, risk and governance processes – while engaging directly with peers\, policymakers and technical experts shaping the agenda. Position your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s transition to a credible\, nature-positive economy. \nThe Nature Action Accelerator offers a unique opportunity to strengthen corporate leadership on biodiversity\, support ambitious national policy\, and strengthen organisational resilience.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event details - Module 2            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        Date: Tuesday\, 14 April 2026Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (SAST)Platform: Online via Zoom     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    We look forward to your participation as we continue accelerating credible\, collective action for nature.            \n    \n\n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                Please Click Here to RSVP
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/nbi-member-only-event-carbon-markets-in-practice-what-companies-need-to-know/
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