2024 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?