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Greening the South African Economy

Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford
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Author : Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford
Publisher : Juta and Company (Pty) Ltd
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781775820697

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Greening the South African Economy by Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford Pdf

The depletion of South Africa’s (and in some cases the world’s) natural resources and the degradation of environmental sinks (including the atmosphere, lakes and rivers, and land) are continuing at such a rate that natural resource prices are climbing and many critical ecosystem services that underpin human welfare are increasingly threatened. The concept of the ‘green economy’ has gained increasing traction in South African policy discourses over the past few years. However, in much of this discourse it is viewed in a piecemeal way as one part or sector of the economy (e.g. an industrial sector dealing with manufacture and installation of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient equipment and appliances). In the view of the authors, ‘greening the South African economy’ requires an application of sustainability principles and practices across the full range of primary, secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy in an integrated manner. The aim of this book is therefore to apply principles of sustainability and ‘green economics’ to the entire South African socio-economic system and its major elements in an integrated and comprehensive manner.

Greening the South African Economy

Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford
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Author : Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : BUSINESS & ECONOMICS
ISBN : 1775820866

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Greening the South African Economy by Mark Swilling,Josephine Kaviti Musango,Jeremy Wakeford Pdf

"The depletion of South Africa's (and in some cases the world's) natural resources and the degradation of environmental sinks (including the atmosphere, lakes and rivers, and land) are continuing at such a rate that natural resource prices are climbing and many critical ecosystem services that underpin human welfare are increasingly threatened. The concept of the green economy has gained increasing traction in South African policy discourses over the past few years. However, in much of this discourse it is viewed in a piecemeal way as one part or sector of the economy (e.g. an industrial sector dealing with manufacture and installation of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient equipment and appliances). In the view of the authors, greening the South African economy requires an application of sustainability principles and practices across the full range of primary, secondary and tertiary sectors of the economy in an integrated manner. The aim of this book is therefore to apply principles of sustainability and green economics to the entire South African socio-economic system and its major elements in an integrated and comprehensive manner. Recommended for Economists, academics, students and policymakers with an interest in sustainable development and green futures in South Africa and similar developing countries."--Publisher description.

Sustainability Transitions in South Africa

Najma Mohamed
Sustainability Transitions in South Africa Book PDF

Author : Najma Mohamed
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351749626

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Sustainability Transitions in South Africa by Najma Mohamed Pdf

South Africa’s transition to a greener economy features prominently in the long-term development vision of the country, and is an integral part of the country’s national climate change response strategy. Despite significant gains in socio-economic development since its transition to democracy, the country continues to face the triple challenges of rising unemployment, income inequality and poverty – amid a slowdown in economic growth. Sustainability transitions offer new ways of shifting the trajectory of South Africa’s resource-intensive economy towards low-carbon pathways linked to the country’s transformative development agenda. Calls for inclusive approaches to greening the South African economy, which addresses the most vulnerable in society and ensures that the benefits of sustainability innovations reach all South Africans, are becoming more pronounced as sustainable development policy reforms are being implemented. The question that should be placed centre stage in South Africa’s sustainability discourse is whether notions of justice and inclusivity are being sufficiently addressed in the design and implementation of policy and programme interventions. This book explores South Africa’s sustainability transition through reflections on critical policy, economic, technological, social and environmental drivers. It provides a synthesis of theoretical insights, including new models and concepts, and praxis through illustrations from South Africa’s growing landscape of sustainable development policies and programmes. Finally, it assesses whether these transition pathways are beginning to reconfigure the system-level structures hindering the country’s goal of ‘ensuring environmental sustainability and an equitable transition to a low-carbon economy’.

Green Skills Research in South Africa

Eureta Rosenberg,Presha Ramsarup,Heila Lotz-Sisitka
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Author : Eureta Rosenberg,Presha Ramsarup,Heila Lotz-Sisitka
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000764598

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Green Skills Research in South Africa by Eureta Rosenberg,Presha Ramsarup,Heila Lotz-Sisitka Pdf

This book proposes transformative, realist methodology for skills research and planning through an analysis of case studies of the changing world of work, new learning pathways and educational system challenges. Studies of the green economy and sustainability transitions are a growing field internationally, however there are few books that link this interest to the development of skills. This book draws on, and showcases, the experience and insights of researcher-practitioners who are at the cutting edge in this emerging field, internationally and in South Africa. The context for this book is South Africa, but application is worldwide. In many ways indicative of the global picture, South Africa is in the grip of economic and environmental imperatives, searching for safe and just transitions. The authors present a new, embedded transitioning systems model for studying skills for a sustainable, just future. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of sustainable development, ecological economics and skills planning.

Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa Book PDF

Author : United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Publisher : United Nations
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2016-03-10
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789210601856

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Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Pdf

This summary highlights the key findings of this work carried out in Burkina Faso, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Rwanda, Senegal and South Africa, as well as progress made by other African countries. The document aims to assist policymakers better understand the diverse benefits of green economy investments (from employment, to poverty reduction to sustainable use and management of natural resources) by sharing good practices and policies of countries which have been actively taking initiative in the global transition to build greener and more inclusive economies.

Green Economy Implementation in the Agriculture Sector

Constansia Musvoto,Karen Nortje,Anton Nahman,William Stafford
Green Economy Implementation in the Agriculture Sector Book PDF

Author : Constansia Musvoto,Karen Nortje,Anton Nahman,William Stafford
Publisher : Springer
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030018092

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Green Economy Implementation in the Agriculture Sector by Constansia Musvoto,Karen Nortje,Anton Nahman,William Stafford Pdf

This book, focusing on the agriculture sector, provides useful analysis of the green economy implementation context and a practical framework for implementing vegetable crop production green economy projects. The book addresses a distinct gap, as there are currently no guidelines available for planning and implementing green economy projects in the agriculture sector. The book combines information from desktop reviews and field research on vegetable production in a green economy context in South Africa in order to bridge the gap between the theoretical green economy concept and practical implementation issues that would be encountered at the project level. It includes a step-by-step process for translating abstract green economy principles into tangible projects on the ground, so that the potential benefits of a green economy are realizable.

The Emerging Policy for Green Economy and Social Development in Limpopo, South Africa

Agnes Musyoki
The Emerging Policy for Green Economy and Social Development in Limpopo South Africa Book PDF

Author : Agnes Musyoki
Publisher : Zebra Press
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Economic development
ISBN : UCBK:C105059081

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The Emerging Policy for Green Economy and Social Development in Limpopo, South Africa by Agnes Musyoki Pdf

"This paper evaluates the emerging green economy in South Africa, using ideas from the concept of sustainable rural livelihoods, which are intimately connected to ecological services many developing countries. It finds that African communities and governments are prioritising green economy for job creation, poverty alleviation and reducing inequalities, while addressing global environmental concerns. What remains problematic, however, is how these objectives are to be achieved. The paper argues that one of the key challenges in South Africa is the gap between policy and implementation of sustainable development, the Millennium Development Goals and other globally driven initiatives. The paper emphasises that green economy policy needs to consider poverty reduction and women's empowerment in order to promote rural sustainable development" -- Publisher description.

Land Grabs in a Green African Economy

Nhamo, Godwell,Chekwoti, Caiphas
Land Grabs in a Green African Economy Book PDF

Author : Nhamo, Godwell,Chekwoti, Caiphas
Publisher : Africa Institute of South Africa
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780798304771

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Land Grabs in a Green African Economy by Nhamo, Godwell,Chekwoti, Caiphas Pdf

This book focuses on profiling, from both literature-based and primary research points of orientation, instances of land grabs and/or acquisitions with a focus on the implications of land grabs for trade, investment and development policy in Africa under the global green economy transition agenda. In many instances, case studies and examples paint a picture that could be of use to policy-makers. Overall, the book advocates a 'satisfy-satisfy' orientation when land deals are made, as well as total transparency from key actors, building grassroots negotiation capacity and awareness. To illustrate some of the emerging issues in terms of land-grabs, acquisition and their implications for trade, investment and development policies, the sixth Trade Policy Training Centre in Africa (trapca) conference took place in Arusha, Tanzania on 24 and 25 November 2011. The conference had two objectives: (1) to come up with concrete policy interventions and recommendations that would harness foreign investment in land on the continent; and (2) to publish this edited book of selected papers presented at the conference that met the rigorous specifications laid down by the editors and publishers. One of the major revelations to emerge from the Conference was that 'there is no vacant land in Africa'. In addition, participants took the view that land deals in Africa needed to be done on a 'satisfy-satisfy-satisfy' rather than a 'win-win-win' basis. This book is jointly published by trapca and the Africa Institute of South Africa (AISA).

Inclusive Green Growth

Calvin Atewamba,Dorothé Yong Ngondjeb
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Author : Calvin Atewamba,Dorothé Yong Ngondjeb
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030441807

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Inclusive Green Growth by Calvin Atewamba,Dorothé Yong Ngondjeb Pdf

Fostering inclusive green growth in Africa means addressing existing and emerging development challenges, while efficiently managing Africa’s natural capital and building resilience to environmental, social and economic risks. Although this new paradigm for development has the potential to create tremendous business opportunities, there are also challenges. This book provides empirical evidence on the conditions for the emergence of green businesses in Africa. It includes 13 case studies, which identify the determinants of small and medium-size enterprises’ engagement in inclusive and sustainable growth in rural Africa, and the factors that hinder eco-innovation in business and entrepreneurial activities. Furthermore it discusses appropriate regulations and policies to stimulate the development of green business in Africa. Offering insights into the relationship between eco-innovation, labor productivity and business competitiveness in rural Africa, this book appeals to scholars, policy makers and practitioners interested in a green economy for Africa.

Sustainability, Climate Change and the Green Economy

Nhamo, Godwell,Mjimba, Vuyo
Sustainability Climate Change and the Green Economy Book PDF

Author : Nhamo, Godwell,Mjimba, Vuyo
Publisher : Africa Institute of South Africa
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780798305013

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Sustainability, Climate Change and the Green Economy by Nhamo, Godwell,Mjimba, Vuyo Pdf

Written by 18 authors, this book on Sustainability, Climate Change and the Green Economy brings together insights at the nexus of the four key concepts embedded in its title. The book is unpacked in six parts. Part 1 is a single chapter that covers the context of the topic. Part 2 looks at the green economy and green jobs, and addresses the challenges of government coordination and socio-economic development, with emphasis on skills and immigration regimes. Part 3 reflects on sustainable development, with a focus on relearning our wants and needs, and provides critical reflection on engineering for sustainable development. Management of natural resources and wetlands makes up Part 4, which teases out issues on timber harvesting, as well as challenges and opportunities in addressing environment-economic development and growth conflicts. A critique of climate change coverage in news media, mainstreaming climate change into wildlife policies, and tourism, are matters covered in Part 5. The last part (Part 6) is another single chapter, which articulates emerging issues from the whole book and presents some policy and take-home messages. Given the growing literature in the field of sustainability, climate change and the green economy, this piece will prove a must-read for policy makers, academics, industry and civil society.

Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa

Trista Patterson
Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa Book PDF

Author : Trista Patterson
Publisher : UN
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UCLA:L0109129643

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Building Inclusive Green Economies in Africa by Trista Patterson Pdf

"This synthesis report provides an overview of where Africa, as a region, stands in terms of transitioning to an inclusive green economy. It draws on recent studies to summarise the prospective gains and challenges associated with investing in a green economy and outlines a way forward to prioritise policy reforms, with a specific section on how to turn strategies and practices challenges into opportunities. Collectively, this report highlights how a transition to a green economy may be achieved within a range of country conditions."--Publisher's description.

Promoting Green Economy

T. Ayuk,E. Oku
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Author : T. Ayuk,E. Oku
Publisher : African Books Collective
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-12-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789988633226

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Promoting Green Economy by T. Ayuk,E. Oku Pdf

Most African national economies depend on the exploitation of both renewable and non-renewable natural resources for development. Conventional and unconventional exploitation of natural resources has left negative carbon footprints. This has also degraded hotspots across the African continent, impacting negatively on people and the environment. A Green Economy offers the continent the opportunity to achieve sustained economic development devoid of environmental degradation and inefficient utilisation of natural resources. This book, Promoting Green Economy, explores issues affecting the socio-economic development of the continent and focuses on Africas need for a green economy. With chapters written by seasoned authors from academia and industry across the continent, the book examines the challenges of sustainable management of Africas natural resources and recommends the need for the continent to transit towards green economy as this can provide opportunities for minimising environmental footprints of all economic activities. The book calls on the commitment of the public and private sectors to the development of appropriate green economy policies and regulatory frameworks to promote inclusive growth.

Breakthrough: Corporate South Africa in a Green Economy

Nhamo, Godwell
Breakthrough Corporate South Africa in a Green Economy Book PDF

Author : Nhamo, Godwell
Publisher : Africa Institute of South Africa
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2014-05-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780798304566

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Breakthrough: Corporate South Africa in a Green Economy by Nhamo, Godwell Pdf

This book addresses hot issues pertaining to the manner in which corporate South Africa has engaged the emerging green global economy. Firstly, the book profiles the green and low carbon economy landscape in South Africa and interfaces it with global trends. This way, the book aligns very well in terms of the Rio+20 outcomes on 'The Future We Want' that fully embraces the green global economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty eradication. The rest of the chapters in the book profile breakthroughs from selected companies. The book also comes as the second in a series that is addressing global and national concerns on the green global economy agenda. The first book entitled 'Green Economy and Climate Mitigation: Topics of Relevance to Africa' was produced as part of the 17th Session of the Conference of Parties' collaborative work carried out by the Institute of Global Dialogue, the Africa Institute of South Africa and Unisa's Institute for Corporate Citizenship. The book 'Breakthrough: Corporate South Africa in the Green Economy' comes in seven parts. Part I focuses on the Green Economy Landscape. This part considers both the international and national perspectives. Parts II-VI present different sector initiatives namely: Mining and Energy (Part II), Banking and Insurance (Part III), Forest and Paper (Part IV), Industrial (Part V) and Retailing and Aviation (Part VI). The last part is made up of a single chapter dealing with Emerging Issues and Way Forward.

South Africa’s Green Economy. Effects, Challenges, and Successes

Samantha Worthington
South Africa s Green Economy Effects Challenges and Successes Book PDF

Author : Samantha Worthington
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783668789418

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South Africa’s Green Economy. Effects, Challenges, and Successes by Samantha Worthington Pdf

Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2015 in the subject Environmental Sciences, , course: Masters of Business Administration, language: English, abstract: According to the Department of Environmental Affairs of the Republic of South Africa (2011), climate change is a shift in the earth’s weather conditions whereby the most noticeable change is increased global temperature which directly affects the global ecosystem, known as global warming. This affects and therefore alters rainfall patterns resulting in severe weather episodes such as flooding and droughts. In this research document climate change will be explored and analysed. The impact of climate change on health, weather, food security and water resources in South Africa will be discussed, and predictions regarding the future of climate change impact within South Africa will be assessed.

Economic Report on Africa 2016

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Economic Report on Africa 2016 Book PDF

Author : United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Publisher : United Nations
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789210579216

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Economic Report on Africa 2016 by United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Pdf

The 2016 edition of the Economic Report on Africa (ERA 2016) focuses on greening industrialization and highlights sustainable and people-centred industrialization. Given the impacts of climate change, resource scarcities and environmental degradation, measures for de-risking Africa’s development are critical. The form and pattern of Africa’s industrialization, shaped by its abundant natural resources especially water and renewable energy sources, are discussed within the scale and scope that tackles inequality and promotes inclusivity. The report employs a value chain approach in analyzing the decoupling needs of key economic sectors towards low carbon intensive economic growth in Africa. Country case studies are used in demonstrating ongoing greening activities across key sectors. This is supported with modelling of future development scenarios under ‘Business-as Usual’ and “Greening” to demonstrate the additionality of greening policies and investments in making a business case to support the industrialization and transformation momentum in the continent’s development agenda. The report therefore provides evidence-based information to policymakers and other stakeholders on greening Africa’s industrialization to achieve inclusive and sustainable structural transformation and growth on the continent.