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AN INSPIRING, PRACTICAL AND THOUGHT-PROVOKING AGENDA

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AGES 2025 THEME:

“Building a Climate Resilient Africa: Catalysing Investment and Innovation in the Green and Blue Economies”

A line-up of expert speakers shared their knowledge and insights on the latest green investment trends. A special focus was given to renewable energy, green transport, water infrastructure, waste management, clean technologies, the blue economy and sustainable agriculture.

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  • PRE-CON :
    18 Feb 2025
  • Day 1:
    19 Feb 2025
  • Day 2:
    20 Feb 2025
  • EXPERIENTIAL DAY: 21 Feb 2025

MASTERCLASS: AFRICAN CARBON MARKET OPPORTUNITIES

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Join us for this intensive, one-day training workshop to deepen your understanding of carbon finance, learn from practical examples, and discover how to leverage carbon market opportunities to support sustainable development and climate action.

Facilitators:
  • Andrew Gilder, Director, Climate Legal, South Africa
  • Olivia Tuchten, Principal Climate Change Advisor, Promethium Carbon, South Africa

Welcome

Olivia Tuchten, Principal Climate Change Advisor, Promethium Carbon, South Africa

Carbon markets and development

Introduction and context, origin of the carbon market

Andrew Gilder, Director, Climate Legal, South Africa

Carbon Markets fundamentals

Carbon market evolution, terminology and status quo.

Andrew Gilder, Director, Climate Legal, South Africa
Olivia Tuchten, Principal Climate Change Advisor, Promethium Carbon, South Africa

Future Carbon Market: How can we protect the natural assets of Africa and leverage carbon credits for this purpose?

  • Olufunso Somorin, Regional Principal Officer, African Development Bank, Kenya
  • Iain Banner, Chairman, Go Green Africa, South Africa
  • Sarah McCarthy, Director, Assidium Registry Limited, South Africa

Fundamentals of carbon finance and investment

  • Andrew Gilder, Director, Climate Legal, South Africa
  • Carbon project design, development and implementation

  • Olivia Tuchten, Principal Climate Change Advisor, Promethium Carbon, South Africa
  • Market case study 1: Community engagement, conservation and sustainable commercial development in Zambia

    • Brett Stacey, Director, Carbon Zero Verification Limited, UK

    Market case study 2: Mangrove reforestation carbon project

    • Robin Bartmann, Chief Operating Officer, Vlinder, Kenya

    Market case study 3: Operalisation of article 6.2 of the Paris agreement in West Africa

    • Ousmane Fall Sarr, Coordinator, West African Alliance on Carbon Markets and Climate Finance, Senegal (Virtually)

    Market case study 4: Carbon tax as driver for the domestic market

    • Robbie Louw, Director, Promethium Carbon, South Africa

    Panel discussion: Identifying and capitalising on carbon investment opportunities

      Panelists:
    • Leon Van Wyk, Chief Executive Officer, Lesedi, South Africa
    • Lawrence Cole-Morgan, Global Markets: Lead, Carbon Credit Trading, Standard Bank, South Africa
    • Olufunso Somorin, Regional Principal Officer, African Development Bank, Kenya
    • Olivia Tuchten, Principal Climate Change Advisor, Promethium Carbon, South Africa
    • Kevin Whitfield, Head: Africa Treasuries and Carbon, Nedbank, South Africa

    Open discussion

    Wrap-up

    meet, mingle and connect

    Welcome Drinks for ALL delegates

    Sponsored by:

    Focus sectors in 2025SESSIONS THAT INFLUENCE CHANGE

    Meticulously crafted to ignite inspiration and impart knowledge through exciting real-life examples of blended finance transactions and structured deals, providing participants with valuable lessons from tangible achievements, identifying creative solutions and untapped areas for innovation and expansion, setting the stage to transform opportunities into impactful realities.

    RENEWABLE ENERGY

    Africa is poised for a renewable energy transformation, aiming to meet up to 76% of its electricity needs from renewable sources by 2040. Significant investments in solar, wind, and hydropower are driving this change, despite historically low global investment levels. Meeting their needs with sustainable sources of energy is key to the continent’s socio-economic development.


    GREEN TRANSPORT

    Africa's urban population is set to grow significantly, with a projected 79% increase in passenger transport demand by 2050. This rapid urbanisation highlights the urgent need for sustainable transportation solutions to address congestion and pollution. By 2025, the continent is expected to see a substantial rise in electric vehicles (EVs), driven by over 4% annual urban population growth. Embracing e-mobility is crucial for reducing carbon emissions, improving urban air quality, and decreasing reliance on imported fossil fuels.

    WASTE MANAGEMENT

    Africa generates approximately 180 million tons of waste annually, with only 11% properly disposed of in sanitary landfills. The rest is either openly dumped or burned, contributing significantly to environmental pollution and public health issues. As urban populations grow and waste generation increases, innovative and sustainable waste management practices are crucial.


    WATER SERVICES

    Despite significant improvements, over 400 million people in sub-Saharan Africa still lack access to basic drinking water. This crisis is exacerbated by inadequate investment in climate-resilient water infrastructure, which falls short of the estimated $66 billion needed annually to achieve water security. As urbanisation intensifies and climate change impacts water availability, innovative and sustainable water management practices are essential to ensure water security for all.

    Sustainable Agriculture & Forestry

    Africa's agricultural sector is providing livelihoods for 55% of the continent's workforce and contributing 23% to its GDP. However, sustainable agricultural practices are essential to meet the increasing food demand of a population expected to grow by one billion by 2050. Despite the challenges, Africa has the potential to become a global agricultural powerhouse, with its food and agriculture market projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030.


    The Blue Economy

    Africa’s Blue Economy has the potential to drive the continent’s future economic and sustainable development. It is emerging as a vital pillar for sustainable development, leveraging the continent's extensive marine and freshwater resources. With a coastline of over 30,000 kilometers, Africa's blue economy has the potential to significantly contribute to economic growth, food security, livelihoods, biodiversity, and resilience to the effects of climate change (the Blue Economy generated nearly US$300 billion for the African continent in 2018, creating 49 million jobs in the process.

    Connect with Key Stakeholders Through Business Matchmaking™

    Business Matchmaking™ is a method to identify and connect (match) companies and people with common business interests, complementary services, expertise, technologies or business strengths. The goal is to create cooperative connections and realize business opportunities that mutually benefit both parties.

    Africa's Green Economy Summit not only will offer the Business Matchmaking™ Online Platform where you may schedule your meetings before the event at your own leisure but we also have a highly professional Business Matchmaking™ Concierge team that is ready to assist you with your meetings.

    We understand that the pace of the business landscape has changed, and we are here to assist and ensure that important meetings are set up on your behalf.

    • Let us create your profile based on the details you provide
    • Decide which key stakeholders you want to meet
    • Send a meeting request
    • Connect at the event or over a video call

    2025 Sponsors & Partners

    Title Sponsor
    Sanlam Investments
    Host Organisation
    Host Country
    Host Organisation
    African Union
    Host Country
    SA Tourism
    Platinum Sponsors
    African Development Bank
    Development Bank of Southern Africa
    Gold Sponsor
    Hosting Partner
    Gold Sponsor
    Standard bank
    Hosting Partner
    Gauteng Department of Economic Development
    Silver Sponsors
    ABB
    CSIR
    Gauteng OR Tambo SEZ
    Gautrain
    The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition
    Bronze Sponsors
    Fund for Resilience and Prosperity
    Lesedi
    UNDP
    Host City
    Investment Promotion Partner
    Host City
    City Of Cape Town
    Investment Promotion Partner
    WESGRO
    Special Economic Zone Partners
    Atlantis SEZ
    RBIDZ SEZ
    Investor Partners
    African Finance Corporation
    Agence Française de Développement
    Partner Institute
    GGGI
    Supporting Organisations
    ABAN
    AVCA
    Convergence
    EAVCA
    Green Finance Institute
    NBI
    SACEEC
    SAVCA
    Transaction Advisory Partner
    AP3
    Knowledge Partners
    Climate Policy Initiative
    Frost & Sullivan
    Project Partners
    Circular Energy
    Fetola
    Holocene
    SAVANT
    The Lab
    Host Media
    ESI Africa
    Media Partners
    Africa.com
    African Banker
    African Business
    Business Focus Magazine
    ConstructAfrica
    Creamer Media’s ENGINEERING NEWS
    Global Africa Network
    Global Water Intelligence
    Green Economy Media
    Highways Today
    iAfrica
    l’Afrique
    Mail & Guardian
    Mining Review Africa
    Startups Magazine
    The Farmer’s Journal Africa
    The Green Agenda
    The Progress Playbook
    Organised by
    Brought to you by
    Organised by
    VUKA Group
    Brought to you by
    Go Green Africa

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    • Day 1 (21 February 2024)
    • Day 2 (22 February 2024)
    • Day 3 (23 February 2024)

    OPENING CEREMONY & KEYNOTE ADDRESSES DRIVING AFRICA’S TRANSITION TO A GREEN ECONOMY

    As we stand at the crossroads of climate change and economic development, it is crucial to embrace sustainable solutions that not only safeguard our environment but also unlock new opportunities for growth and inclusivity. This session features visionary leaders with a common goal: steering Africa towards a greener, resilient future through resource preservation, clean tech, and inclusive growth.

    Discussion Points:

    • Attracting investment for growth and environmental protection with sustainability
    • Innovative approaches for inclusive growth while addressing Africa's climate challenges
    • Visionary collaborations fuelling investments and innovation for a resilient Africa

    SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUNDS AND PRIVATE SECTOR UNLEASHING POWERFUL SYNERGIES

    HARNESSING CARBON MARKETS IN AFRICA

    UNLOCKING RIGHT-PRICED CAPITAL

    Project pitches