Tag: global warming
What do sectoral emission targets mean for your business?
To support the implementation of South Africa's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment published the Sectoral Emissions Target (SET) Report for public comment on 26 April 2024.
How will challenges to globalisation impact thematic investing?
Let's have a look at the impact of "deglobalisation" on some of our favoured themes: smart manufacturing, energy transition and climate change, and the circular economy.
Trade-ins in the tech sector – why they make perfect sense
As the world shifts away from disposable technology and towards sustainable, eco-friendly options, refurbished cell phones and laptops are increasingly becoming the go-to solution for consumers and businesses alike. Similarly, trading in used laptops and cell phones is becoming an ever more popular way for people to upgrade their devices with minimal expense and effort.
COP27 – Recognising the value of hybrid working to the planet’s...
As recently as September, scientists were highlighting the imminent risk that, even at the current 1˚C level of global warming, at least five environmental ‘tipping points’ are likely to be passed – from the collapse of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets to a massive die-off of tropical coral reefs.
Climate Finance hot topic in the run up to COP27
Parametric development insurance shows real impact on African continent amidst calls for increased climate finance in run up to COP27. Climate finance is a hot topic in the run up to COP27. While Africa waits for developed nations to fulfil their aid pledges, climate financing is making a difference on the continent, but more needs to be done.
ESG – achieving net zero and the role of carbon tax
A reduction in carbon emissions is integral to South Africa's global commitment to achieve net zero. The South African government strategically introduced carbon tax to combat global warming by encouraging a low carbon economy.
BOOK REVIEW | In the Balance
As jobs disappear, wages flat-line and inequality grows, this timely book presents a compelling analysis of the need, conditions and possibilities for a universal basic income (UBI) in South Africa and beyond. Highly topical and distinctive in its approach, In the Balance: The Case for a Universal Basic Income in South Africa and Beyond offers a robust and critical examination of a universal basic income.
‘Fossil Future’ – fact-based case for fossil fuels’ ongoing importance
Energy expert Alex Epstein is convinced that when presented with the facts about fossil fuels’ positive impacts - not to mention their potential to improve the quality of life for billions of people in the developing world - even the 'keep it in the ground' crowd will reconsider their stance.
An urgent need to develop a new SA listed equity benchmark
Following our recent announcement that we have joined the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative, we have highlighted the urgent need for a tangible commitment by the local asset management industry through the establishment of a South Africa-centric low carbon and socially inclusive listed equity investment benchmark.
REPORT | 2022 megatrends reveals society’s greatest challenges
We have released the Global Megatrends 2022 report, an analysis of the global forces significantly impacting society and the project management profession today. Global Megatrends 2022 helps project professionals understand the world’s rapid transformation and the global context in which they work so they can use projects to solve complex problems.