Fostering a just energy transition: A framework for policy design
As the energy transition progresses and the technological, economic and social contexts in which it is embedded evolve, policymakers need to work iteratively, both within and across borders, to design an ecosystem of policies and institutions that support justice. A just energy transition is not a one-off effort; it is both a process and an […]
Community Engagement: A Key Lever For Pursuing & Enabling More Just Outcomes In The Energy Transition In South Africa
This report details the ENGAGE initiative piloted by the Cultiver Group over 18 months in two South African communities, one in the Western Cape (Laingsburg) and one in the Northern Cape (Sutherland). To address the gaps in communication between RE project host communities and project owners, a toll-free community hotline was set up to support […]
Community and social inclusion in RE projects in SA
This policy brief is based on South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP), which is implemented at the national level. However, the lessons presented are considered to have potential relevance at the municipal level as well. This resource provides lessons learnt and associated recommendations from South Africa’s efforts to incorporate community development […]
Electricity reform in South Africa: Implications and opportunities for municipalities
This study assesses how electricity reform impacts the municipal electricity business model, focusing on financial sustainability, operational readiness, socio-economic mandates, and long-term strategic positioning. In South Africa, a typology-based scenario analysis shows that without targeted support, many municipalities, particularly smaller and under-resourced ones, risk falling behind. Progressive metros, however, are well-positioned to lead through IPP […]
MFMA Circular 118
South Africa’s National Treasury undertook, this legal and regulatory framework analysis with respect to the establishment or procurement of new generation capacity by municipalities and municipal entities. The objective is to provide guidance that will assist municipalities and municipal entities in enabling and informing the procurement of new generation capacity in a competitive, fair, cost […]
Training programme on financing gender-responsive adaptation | Programme de formation sur le financement de l’adaptation sensible au genre
While central governments currently account for 80% of infrastructure funding, public finances alone will not be able to fill a growing funding gap for green and climate-smart infrastructure, estimated at $210 billion per year by 2030. At the same time, there are a multitude of public and private investors looking for investment opportunities in green […]
Cities Embedded Generation Toolkit
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Using energy data to reduce emissions and unlock climate finance
Implementing a building energy metering programme in seven municipalities in South Africa. An Urban-LEDS II demonstration project case study. As part of their jurisdictions, local municipalities in South Africa own and manage a significant number of buildings. Through ICLEI Africa’s work over the past eight years with eight subnational municipalities in the country, it has […]
All things clean cooking
This infographic was developed after a fire ravaged Sierre Leone’s largest and poorest informal settlement, Susan’s Bay in March 2021. The fire is reported to have affected more than 7 000 people from 1,597 households. Though the cause of the fire was not determined, suspicions were that poor electrical installations and the use of fire […]
Smart home: a beginner’s guide to making your home more sustainable
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