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We sat down with some of the top experts in the field to explore the topic of ethical, responsible investing, what is fact or fiction, and what is actually moving the dial. If you're serious about aligning your investments with your values, and exploring solutions that are currently shaping the sustainability space, then this is a must-listen. 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: - Earth Overshoot Day: Implications for Ethical Solutions & Investments. - The Role of Sustainable Finance and Broader Solutions in Achieving a Nature-Positive Future. - Discrepancy Between Commitments and Reality in ESG Practices. - Evaluating the Impact of Ethical Responsible Solutions & Investments. - Gaps in Meeting Ambitious Sustainability Targets. - The Shift from a Risk to Opportunity Mindset Across Sectors. - When will Sustainability Performance be as Important as Financial Performance? - Quick Wins and Pragmatic Solutions Across Industries. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹: @Cathie Lewis | Head of ESG - GCX @Peter Willis | Leadership for Sustainability and Resilience Advisor @Loshni Naidoo | Chief Sustainability Officer - JSE @David Couldridge | Investment Stewardship Consultant @Lesiba Fred Kgoogo | ESG Executive - Dis-Chem Catch the full episode on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/edK7AeXy www.gcxdash.com #GCX #SustainabilityandBeyondPodcast #ConversationsInTheField

GCX is proud to announce that our Head of ESG, Cathie Lewis, has been awarded the prestigious Beyond African Trailblazer Award at the Beyond Awards in partnership with The South African Breweries & ESG Africa Conference. This distinguished award recognises individuals who push beyond the norm, leading groundbreaking initiatives that drive positive impacts on communities and the environment across Africa. Cathie Lewis, a seasoned sustainability champion, has played a pivotal role in guiding GCX as a leading consultancy in the realm of sustainable practices across Africa, influencing both corporate strategies and environmental policies. On being presented the award Cathie Lewis commented: “After working for about thirty years in various roles and fields, I’ve come to realise that all the different experiences, the studying, the challenges, and even the scars, have come together. There’s a benefit in having gone through those trials and tribulations; and people are taking note. It was mentioned that there are over 1.5 billion people in Africa, and that the five people on stage have been identified as trailblazers, that's seriously humbling. It makes me reflect on my very small place in the larger scheme of things, but it’s also incredibly exciting to think that I have the privilege and the opportunity to make a positive impact on others. What this all comes down to though is that we need to focus on making the lives of people better and the regeneration of our natural environment. If we don’t, we’re heading down the wrong path. It’s about staying connected, working together and finding ways to amplify our efforts for the greater good. Winning the Beyond African Trailblazer Award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire GCX team." www.gcxdash.com #GCX #BeyondAwards #ESGAfricaConference #Winner

Tala J. is all about driving real social impact. Tala knows how to design, implement, and monitor socio-economic development initiatives that actually move the needle. Whether it’s tackling learning loss or steering transformative social change, her commitment to pragmatic and holistic solutions is right in line with our vision. Tala has a knack for turning complexity into strategy —and her passion for creating lasting change is exactly what we’re all about. We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the difference she’ll make as we continue shaking things up in the sustainability world. Welcome to the GCX family, Tala! Let’s get to work :) www.gcxdash.com/team #GCX #Team #SustainabilityAndBeyond

The Beyond Awards celebrate leaders driving impactful change in environmental, social, and governance practices across Africa, and we are proud to announce that Cathie Lewis, our Head of ESG at GCX, has been shortlisted for this prestigious award at the ESG Africa Conference! This recognition highlights Cathie’s authentic commitment to sustainability and the well-being of our planet. And this year’s theme, “Moving from compliance to impact,” further echoes the essence of what Cathie embodies in her work. www.gcxdash.com #GCX #BeyondAwards #ESGAfricaConference

𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘀—𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱.   We’re absolutely honoured to have been shortlisted for the 2024 Cityscape Innovation Challenge with Cityscape Global, an event that showcases top-notch solutions for the future of real estate and sustainability, selecting only the top 60 startups and innovators to present their cutting-edge ideas.    With categories ranging from smart cities to green building innovations, the challenge is centred around redefining how we build, live, and adapt in the face of global challenges.   Cityscape Global with 160.000+ visitors in 2023 is the biggest real estate tradeshow in the world. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲, 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄: https://lnkd.in/epFtcyVD www.gcxdash.com #GCX #CityscapeInnovationChallenge #SustainableRealEstate

Join us in our upcoming podcast where we will be discussing the intricacies of ethical, responsible investment, what constitutes fact or fiction, and how sustainable efforts are shifting the needle. * 19th September at 3pm SAST * 𝗪𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀: - Earth Overshoot Day: Implications for Ethical Solutions & Investments - The Role of Sustainable Finance and Broader Solutions in Achieving a Nature-Positive Future - Discrepancy Between Commitments and Reality in ESG Practices - Evaluating the Impact of Ethical Responsible Solutions & Investments - Gaps in Meeting Ambitious Sustainability Targets - The Shift from a Risk to Opportunity Mindset Across Sectors - When will Sustainability Performance be as Important as Financial Performance? - Quick Wins and Pragmatic Solutions Across Industries 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀: Cathie Lewis | Head of ESG - GCX  Peter Willis | Leadership for Sustainability and Resilience Advisor  Loshni Naidoo | Chief Sustainability Officer - JSE David Couldridge | Investment Stewardship Consultant  Lesiba Fred Kgoogo | ESG Executive - Dis-Chem 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝘆𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄: https://lnkd.in/e8hzEnt5 www.gcxdash.com #GCX #EthicalResponsibleInvestment #ESG #Podcast

Michael Lambrecht has a firm grasp of acronyms, and the ability to passionately analyze data for endless hours with sharpness, patience, and wit. We are delighted to welcome him to the team as one of our new Sustainability Data Analysts. With a first-class MSc, and experience navigating diverse environments and cultures through global environmental projects, Michael brings a level of expertise we’re excited to see in action. One of his standout strengths is his passion for Python programming. He’s particularly driven by the challenge of automating data cleaning processes - an essential step for ensuring accurate and efficient analysis. His focus on improving data quality and streamlining workflows allows for better, faster decision-making — something that can make a real difference when it comes to tackling complex sustainability issues. Welcome to the GCX family, Michael! www.gcxdash.com/team #GCX #Team #SustainabilityAndBeyond

Discover key tips and insights from our Double Materiality Guide, which delves into the challenges of double materiality assessments, while offering actionable solutions to overcome these hurdles. This guide is designed to help you build a more resilient, forward-thinking strategy, ensuring your reporting is not only compliant but meaningful. www.gcxdash.com #GCX #DoubleMateriality #SustainabilityGuide

Meet our Strategic Account Advisor Nicole Duvenage, and Strategic Account Analyst Veruschka Ravjee at The Annual JSE Sustainability Showcase, September 10 -11 2024. Each year, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) creates a platform for critical discussions on advancing sustainability practices and transparency with its Annual Sustainability Showcase.    This year’s focus is on the future of the Global South, exploring the sustainability journeys of listed companies, navigating sustainability data, sustainable markets, and double materiality in disclosure. We’re delighted to be a part of this annual event, engaging with investors, issuers, and industry experts dedicated to innovative and pragmatic approaches to navigating sustainability. www.gcxdash.com   #GCX #SustainableInnovation  #JSESustainabilityShowcase