Cooperation for a just energy transition in Africa on the eve of the COP28

November 28, 2023

To achieve a fair Energy Transition in Africa, it is imperative to consider the diversity of African nations, their unique resources, and how each solution should be tailored to the needs and means of the country. The world must address these challenges while confronting issues such as insufficient infrastructure and financing mechanisms on the continent. Cooperation can greatly contribute. Based on a contribution made in Trends Research and Advisory's book for COP28, the author examines in this video, the potential for collaboration between African nations and GCC countries, targeting areas of shared knowledge and expertise, as well as more specialized and straightforward fields.

Speakers
Sabrine Emran
Economist
Sabrine Emran is a Finance graduate specializing in financial markets and commodities. She holds a Grande Ecole master’s degree in Management from IESEG School of Management and ISCAE Group, as well as a Specialized master’s degree in Financial Markets from Paris Dauphine University and ENSAE ParisTech. Sabrine Emran started her career in investment writing and product development in the asset management branches of insurance companies and investment banks in Paris, working mainly on alternative investment asset classes. She was also recently a commodities analyst, focusing on risk management strategies for energy and agricultural commodities as well as foreign exchange risks. Sabrine Emran joined the Policy Center for the New south in September 2022 as an economist where she ...

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