Africa Climate Summit 2023
Mission critical: Why responsible mining matters for a just energy transition
EITI side event on exploring responsible pathways as resource-rich countries navigate the energy transition
Where: Lenana Stage, Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Naiorbi, Kenya
When: 17:30 - 18:30 Eastern Africa Time
The Africa Climate Summit 2023 aims to address the increasing exposure to climate change and its associated costs, both globally and particularly in Africa. With the expectation of escalating climate crises in terms of frequency and intensity, urgent action is required to mitigate these challenges. The Summit will serve as a platform to inform, frame and influence commitments, pledges and outcomes.
The EITI is hosting a side event, "Mission critical: Why responsible mining matters for a just energy transition", which will discuss the challenges and opportunities for the mining sector as the energy transition gathers pace. The session will introduce the EITI’s transition minerals work and identify options to support sustainable development through the energy transition in a transparent, inclusive and responsible way. The session is moderated by Fatma Nyambura, EITI Policy Manager.
Speakers:
- Claude Kabemba, Southern Africa Resources Watch
- Mkhululi Ncube, Africa Minerals Development Centre - Africa Union
- Simon Wall, Base Titanium
- Elizabeth Press, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Mission critical: Strengthening governance of mineral value chains for the energy transition
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