International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC)’s Post

⚡ #CBAM was on the agenda of the #AthensElectricityForum today. 🎤 Our Electricity Committee chair Jérôme Le Page’s thoughts: 💡 CBAM implementation in the Energy Community is a regional challenge 👉 it requires a regional solution 💡 Market integration is a no-regret step 👉 so all #consumers benefit from #marketcoupling even beyond EU borders 💡 Development of a regional carbon market can finance additional clean energy projects 👉 to support secure and #sustainable #electricity supply in the Balkans 🌱🔌 Energy Community

At UMFA, we understand the critical role of utility management in South Africa. From electricity to water and waste management, these services are the backbone of daily life, economy, health, and environmental sustainability. Our innovative approaches, robust policies, and community engagement ensure efficient service provision and address multifaceted challenges. UMFA is dedicated to innovative solutions for a sustainable future! 🔌⚡ Electricity: We're committed to modernising infrastructure and embracing renewable energy sources to meet climate goals and ensure energy security. 🚰💧 Water: Our efforts focus on enhancing water efficiency, reducing leakage, and exploring new sources like desalination for a sustainable water supply. 🏗️ Challenges like outdated infrastructure and economic accessibility persist, but with technological innovations like smart metering and renewable energy, we're paving the way for a more sustainable future. 🔍 South Africa's utility sector indeed stands at a critical juncture, with the integration of smart technology being paramount for enhancing efficiency. By focusing on the commercial and industrial sectors—major consumers of resources—leveraging smart metering can drive significant operational improvements. This strategic priority not only ensures equitable utility access but also addresses key socio-economic challenges head-on. At UMFA, we're dedicated to overcoming these challenges and ensuring equitable access to essential services for all. #UMFA  #UtilityManagement  #Sustainability 🌍💡

This week, AEE Power has participated in the recent webinar hosted by the African Development Bank on April 30th, 2024, focusing on the West Africa Power Pool (WAPP). It was a fantastic opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and discuss the evolution, challenges, and future of WAPP (Key players, Highlights, Challenges, and outlook). Looking forward to collaborating further for sustainable energy development in Africa! #WAPP #EnergyDevelopment #AEEPower #Webinar

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟 Join us tomorrow for a groundbreaking event: "Public Private Dialogue on the Potential of Green Hydrogen for Hard-to-Abate Sectors of Pakistan." 🇵🇰 Get ready for an insightful discussion where industry leaders, policymakers, and experts converge to explore the transformative potential of green hydrogen in Pakistan's most challenging sectors. Don't miss out on the opportunity to: 🔍 Gain valuable insights into the future of sustainable energy solutions. 💬 Engage in dynamic discussions and pose your burning questions online. 🌱 Explore how green hydrogen can revolutionize hard-to-abate sectors, fostering both environmental and economic benefits. Mark your calendars and be part of this pivotal conversation shaping the future of energy in Pakistan! #GreenHydrogen #Sustainability #Pakistan #EnergyTransition #PublicPrivateDialogue

The African Development Bank (AfDB) highlights the essential synergy between government and business in guiding South Sudan on its path to renewable energy. As the country embarks on its clean energy shift, the AfDB points out that the combined efforts of the public and private sectors are crucial in tackling obstacles and capitalizing on prospects for a more sustainable and robust future.  #GreenEnergy #SustainableEnergy  ##RenewableFuture #SSMJ

Attracting investments into renewables requires a holistic approach. There is need to attract private sector investment into the energy space, especially local finance. To improve adoption, we need to simplify the identification of projects and make it easier for investors to deploy and earn returns from their capital. Local pension funds can be mobilised to help provide long term finance making projects viable. Governments need to ensure stable economic environment supported by consistent policies. #renewableenergyinvestment #investinrenewables #supportrenewables #sustainability #climateaction https://lnkd.in/danAuGRi Download the report here https://lnkd.in/dhuttv-C

Are you interested in saving money on energy bills and lowering your carbon footprint?   Learn how the Decarbonisation Net Zero Programme can help you achieve your goals! Book on to our webinar

In accordance with the High Directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, the Head of Government Mr Aziz Akhannouch issued a decision on the implementation of “Morocco Offer” to develop the #green #hydrogen sector, which officially marks the first step towards establishing an investment base in green hydrogen production, expected to be the most competitive at the international level, in line with the objectives of the national energy strategy as well as the national sustainable development strategy. Learn more about the major outlines of this promising royal project. #Energy_Transition #Sustainable_development

An eye on this as it's unfolding through 2024, albeit it's not a new initiative. key factors before investing: Economies of scales Comparative advantage At the moment, among other hindering factors, high cost of conversion kits is one of the major factors . Also, CNG should be sold at a cheaper rate than it is, if possible at a subsidized rate to encourage investors and end users

ICYMI 👀 … Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce has called for the establishment of an independent body to oversee UK energy security and the transition to net zero.    The business group has called for a non-partisan organisation to bring long-term thinking and policy stability to the sector, citing that the energy industry was being used as a ‘political football’.    The recommendation came in the 38th edition of the Chamber’s Energy Transition Survey, which also repeated calls for the Energy Profits Levy to be scrapped or reformed.    ⬇ You can download the report here: https://lnkd.in/exHpMhec #energy #energysecurity #transition #UK #netzero