Through their commitment to shaping a sustainable energy landscape and promoting inclusive economic growth in South Africa, we are pleased to introduce Energy Council of South Africa as Association Partner at the DEVAC HYDROGEN-H INDABA to be held on 18 - 19 September 2024 at the HN Sandton (F.K.A Hilton Sandton) in Johannesburg, South Africa under the theme "exploring practical hydrogen developments and opportunities for Africa’s economic expansion".

The Energy Council of South Africa was established in 2022 and plays a leadership role in South Africa’s energy sector, drives stakeholder and policy alignment, and assists in addressing major issues in the energy landscape for inclusive economic growth.
We serve as the collective, unified voice of the energy sector in South Africa and work closely with both the public and private sector to address major energy sector matters.

Strategic Goals

Common SA Vision
A common vision for the energy sector

National Energy Strategy
A stakeholder-aligned national energy strategy with optimal pathways to grow the South African economy

Enabling Policies
Enabling policies and a supportive operating environment

Sustainable Investment
Attract investment to drive industrialisation, localisation and job creation

What we stand for

Our Purpose
To enable a thriving and sustainable energy future for South Africa,
while supporting inclusive economic growth.
 
The Energy Council supports South Africa’s commitments under the UNFCCC Paris agreement and our country’s climate legislation aimed at achieving Net Zero by 2050, and further recognises the critical importance of a successful national energy transition in meeting those decarbonisation targets whilst maintaining energy security. 

Our Objectives

Common vision | ensure a unified voice of business that meaningfully contributes to a national energy vision and pathway to NetZero
National Energy Strategy | Play a leading role in a stakeholder-aligned national energy transition strategy and implementation pathways
Sustainable investment | Promote enabling investment in the energy sector with visibly increased localisation, industrialisation and job creation
Enabling policies | Collaborate with stakeholders to advance energy policy, regulatory certainty, and business confidence

Our Values

How do we Act
“Servant Leadership” We create trust and serve the common good.
“Respect” We value and treat all people with dignity and professionalism.
 
How do we Engage
“Innovation” We recognise innovation as key to South Africa’s growth and prosperity.
“Data driven” We prioritise fact-based motivations anchored on credible data.
 
How are we responsible
“Integrity” We strive to know and do what is right.
“Transparency” We act with openness and accountability.
 
Governance
The Energy Council is a voluntary association, governed by a memorandum of incorporation

Join us as we bring together over 350 industry experts from across Africa's hydrogen value chain. Together, we'll explore the latest in hydrogen project developments, investment opportunities, and innovative solutions aimed at unlocking Africa’s immense Green Hydrogen potential.

The rapid growth in demand for Green Hydrogen signals a pivotal moment for Africa as it charts a course towards advancing hydrogen technologies. This development is poised to bolster Africa’s economic growth strategy and strengthen efforts to combat climate change. Green Hydrogen offers Africa the opportunity to play a key role in driving the world’s transition to net-zero emissions as the continent stands to become a leader in the global Green Hydrogen landscape.