Senior Director in Management Team. Driving best practice sustainable impact in supply chains, Nature Based Solutions and Landscapes.
🌱 Powering South Africa's Future: Inclusivity at the Heart of Our Energy Transition 🌍 I recently came across a compelling report on South Africa's energy transition by UNDP Africa and Seriti Institute (NPC) Institute that underscores a crucial truth: inclusive stakeholder engagement is key to sustainable development. As we shift towards renewable energy, it's vital to recognize the significant challenges faced by our coal mining communities—pillars of our economic history. These communities are at risk of job losses and economic disruption, making it essential to involve them in the transition process. 💡 With 83 out of 105 residential units already leased in key projects and a thriving rental market, the potential for growth is clear. But the real success of these initiatives lies in meaningful engagement with all affected communities. By actively listening to and understanding their concerns, we ensure that the energy transition is not only environmentally sustainable but also socially equitable. Gold Standard supports approaches that prioritize community engagement, ensuring that the move to renewable energy benefits everyone. Together, we can build more inclusive and resilient economies, leaving no one behind. Let's champion sustainable development through collaboration and dialogue! 🤝 #SustainableDevelopment #InclusiveGrowth #CommunityEngagement #RenewableEnergy #JustTransition Gold Standard UNDP Sustainable Finance Hub Seriti Institute (NPC)
LAUNCHING TODAY! 📘📗 The Just Energy Transition: From the Perspective of South African Mining Communities report, a collection and analysis of 10000 perspectives from coal mining communities across South Africa on #JET. This is a result of a partnership between UNDP & Seriti Institute (NPC).
