PANEL DISCUSSION

Future-proofing Africa’s Gas Infrastructure: Trends and Outlook in Finance and Sustainability
The pipeline of large, medium and small-scale gas projects has never been stronger in Africa. Over the past few years, gas development ambitions have grown, supported by renewed E&P activity and pragmatic energy transition plans. But as Africa develops its gas infrastructure, it must ensure that its value-proposition is relevant and future-proof to attract global capital. This session gathers project developers, engineering companies and technology providers to discuss about gas projects development trends and highlight the business models and operational strategies that can make African gas projects attractive to capital.

Key areas of discussion:
•   How can African countries leverage technological advancements in gas infrastructure to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve environmental sustainability?
•   What are the key risks associated with financing gas infrastructure projects in Africa, and how can stakeholders (governments, investors, development banks) collaborate to mitigate these risks?
•   What role do PPPs play in financing and developing gas infrastructure projects in Africa, and how can governments attract private sector investment while ensuring equitable benefits and sustainability?
•   To what extent can regional cooperation and integration initiatives accelerate the development of cross-border gas infrastructure in Africa, and what are the main challenges that need to be addressed to achieve this?

Tuesday 08 October 15:15 - 16:00 Plenary Stage

Gas Forum

Add to calendar 10/08/2024 15:15 10/08/2024 16:00 PANEL DISCUSSION Future-proofing Africa’s Gas Infrastructure: Trends and Outlook in Finance and Sustainability
The pipeline of large, medium and small-scale gas projects has never been stronger in Africa. Over the past few years, gas development ambitions have grown, supported by renewed E&P activity and pragmatic energy transition plans. But as Africa develops its gas infrastructure, it must ensure that its value-proposition is relevant and future-proof to attract global capital. This session gathers project developers, engineering companies and technology providers to discuss about gas projects development trends and highlight the business models and operational strategies that can make African gas projects attractive to capital.

Key areas of discussion:
•   How can African countries leverage technological advancements in gas infrastructure to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve environmental sustainability?
•   What are the key risks associated with financing gas infrastructure projects in Africa, and how can stakeholders (governments, investors, development banks) collaborate to mitigate these risks?
•   What role do PPPs play in financing and developing gas infrastructure projects in Africa, and how can governments attract private sector investment while ensuring equitable benefits and sustainability?
•   To what extent can regional cooperation and integration initiatives accelerate the development of cross-border gas infrastructure in Africa, and what are the main challenges that need to be addressed to achieve this?
Plenary Stage Africa/Johannesburg