Side Events Wednesday, 12th December:

Overview of South Africa's Land-Based Mitigation/ Adaptation Approach

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: South African Pavilion, Exhibition Block H, no. 9

Host: The Department of Environmental Affairs

Description: A presentation on South Africa’s proposed land-based mitigation/adaptation programme. This session will provide an overview of the phased-approach, current progress, and specific challenges related to this programme.

Speaker: Itchell Guiney

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UNFCCC Theme: Enhancing Ambition

Discussing the role of gas in the new South African energy mix described by the updated draft Integrated Resource Plan:

Time: 15:30- 16:30

Venue: South African Pavilion, Exhibition Block H, no. 9

Host: National Business Initiative

The role of natural gas is expected to expand, and its relative importance in South Africa is likely to increase further as greenhouse gas emissions are being limited. Join a small group of South African energy experts to discuss the nation’s energy plan and the potential options for gas in our energy development.

Speakers:

Joanne Yarwitch- Chief Executive Officer, National Business Initiative
Johan Thyse- Vice President: Group Regulatory Services, Sasol Ltd.
Steve Nicholls- Head: Environmental Sustainability, National Business Initiative