2024 Agenda
Masterclass Program
Private Sector ESG Forum: Masterclass Program on Carbon Market Evolution in Africa
Location: Virtual
Date: Tuesday – November 5, 2024 // 1pm – 4:30pm // 3hrs 10 minutes
Duration: 2 Hours
Target Audience: Partner Companies / Young Professionals / Sustainability Professionals
Time/ Duration
Session
Content
Speaker/ Facilitator
1:00 – 1:10 (10 minutes)
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Overview of the forum’s
objectives, introduction to the
importance of Environmental,
Social, and Governance (ESG) in
the private sector, and the role
of carbon markets in sustainable
development.
Otome Afiegbe –Modern West Advisory – Moderator
1:10 – 1:30 (30 minutes)
SDG Overview
Dr. Mark Charlton (Associate Professor of Sustainable Development & Associate Director of DMU United Nations Academic Impact SDG Hub)
1:30 – 2:00 (30 minutes)
Introduction to the Carbon market and Experience sharing
Jackson Hegland Modern West Advisory- CEO
2:00 – 2:40 (40 minutes)
Sustainability Reporting
- Understanding the fundamentals of sustainability reporting and its relevance to the private sector.
- Discussion on global reporting standards, including GRI, IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, and other relevant standards.
- Case studies on successful sustainability reporting in Africa.
Matt Toohey Modern West Advisory |
Kolapo Bolade Sustainability Operations, WCA |
2:40- 2:50
Break
Videos
2:50 – 3:30 (40 minutes)
GHG Emission Accounting and Carbon Reduction Initiatives
- The importance of GHG emission accounting.
- Definition of various carbon emission scopes
- Overview of carbon emission reduction strategies and their importance in corporate sustainability.
Vincent Omole – Group SHEQ and ESG – Auto Express Limited- Kenya |
Aleksandar Consultant, mudozangl.com |
3:30 – 4:00 (30 minutes)
Carbon Markets/ Reduction Initiatives
- Introduction to carbon markets, including compliance and voluntary markets
- Carbon markets alignment with Paris Agreement.
- Process of carbon project development
Dr. Edward Mungai Lead Consultant and Partner – Impact Africa Consulting (Kenya) |
4:00 – 4:10
Q & A
Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks
Summary of the day’s sessions, key takeaways, and next steps for participants. Open the floor for final questions and provide information about Day Two’s agenda.
About the ESG Forum
The Private Sector ESG Forum supports manufacturers in adopting sustainable practices through: - Connection: Linking industry players - Education: Bridging knowledge gaps - Advocacy: Promoting sustainable business practices for inclusive growth and shared prosperity
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