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Dr. Marion de Wet

Postdoctoral Academic Researcher & Industry Professional Strategic Fuel Fund

Dr. Marion de Wet is a distinguished executive the oil and gas industry with over 20 years of experience in strategic leadership, corporate transformation, and stakeholder engagement. She completed a PhD at the University of Stellenbosch's School of Public Leadership, where her research is titled "Towards an Enabling Policy and Governance Framework for the Sustainable Extraction of Unconventional Natural Gas in South Africa". Amid policy uncertainty, this study investigates the complex interplay of public policy and governance for sustainable unconventional natural gas extraction in South Africa. Advocating for a balanced energy mix, it critically evaluates sustainability, public policy, stakeholder theory, and governance, culminating in an evidence-based ESG-focused policy and governance framework for the orderly and sustainable exploitation of domestic unconventional natural gas. She is currently a post-doctoral fellow at the same institution, furthering her contributions to the field. 

Her extensive qualifications, including Commercial Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, combined with her professional achievements have earned her national recognition. She has been a finalist in multiple business leadership awards and is an Honorary Life Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, making her a highly respected presenter and thought leader in the industry. 


Conference Agenda Sessions

PANEL DISCUSSION: ESG Investing: what strategies make African deals attractive in 2024?

ESG has become an integral part of any investor or financier‘s due diligence but means different things across segments and asset classes. We discuss the ESG considerations and factors that make African oil & gas deals competitive in 2024 and how operators and asset owners can better embrace ESG standards to be competitive in today‘s market.

Key areas of discussion: 

  • How are ESG criteria integrated into investment decision-making processes for oil & gas projects in Africa, and what specific ESG factors are considered most critical by investors?

  • How do ESG considerations influence the structuring and valuation of oil & gas deals in Africa? What role do ESG performance metrics play in determining deal outcomes and financial terms?

  • How can ESG-focused strategies in oil & gas projects enhance community engagement and stakeholder relations  in Africa? What are the best practices for fostering positive social impacts and maintaining a social license to operate?

  • How do ESG standards and regulatory frameworks in African countries impact oil & gas investments, and what measures can companies take to ensure compliance while managing ESG-related risks effectively?

Thursday 10 October 11:30 - 12:15 Upstream Stage

Finance and M&A Forum

Add to calendar 10/10/2024 11:30 10/10/2024 12:15 PANEL DISCUSSION: ESG Investing: what strategies make African deals attractive in 2024? ESG has become an integral part of any investor or financier‘s due diligence but means different things across segments and asset classes. We discuss the ESG considerations and factors that make African oil & gas deals competitive in 2024 and how operators and asset owners can better embrace ESG standards to be competitive in today‘s market.

Key areas of discussion: 
  • How are ESG criteria integrated into investment decision-making processes for oil & gas projects in Africa, and what specific ESG factors are considered most critical by investors?

  • How do ESG considerations influence the structuring and valuation of oil & gas deals in Africa? What role do ESG performance metrics play in determining deal outcomes and financial terms?

  • How can ESG-focused strategies in oil & gas projects enhance community engagement and stakeholder relations  in Africa? What are the best practices for fostering positive social impacts and maintaining a social license to operate?

  • How do ESG standards and regulatory frameworks in African countries impact oil & gas investments, and what measures can companies take to ensure compliance while managing ESG-related risks effectively?

Upstream Stage Africa/Johannesburg