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METHANEX CLOSURE MANIFESTATION OF WEAK BUSINESS ADVOCACY Business Excellence Awardee Methanex New Zealand’s only methanol manufacturer in Taranaki exported 95% of its production Its plants have been moth balled - gone company will sell its gas to Energy Companies Loss of highly skilled diverse 300 workforce significant economic influence on Taranaki lost Here’s the “missed goal kick” now sells gas for more than it could earn making methanol Labour Policy settings since 2018 have not been conducive to sustainable gas supplies at sufficient levels The impact of under-investment and upstream failures is an example of Ineptitude NZ cognitive capabilities are alarmingly poor Meaning the Company’s intellectual functioning perception, attention, A I innovation for aplication of knowledge, to deliver a great aspirational dream Politicians have succeeded again to compromise NZ’s economic prosperity, energy security and ability to deal with economic crises “wellbeing of our people” is Phycological manipulation of truth & good faith Business representative bodies have significant abysmal performance Years of gas lighting their amazing advocating of economic growth sound business practices and influencing government policies has been overstated several key metrics support this 1. The extent to which these bodies influence government policies. Check the tracking adoption & alignment of actions with advocacy and Mission 2. Poor economic monetary capabilities Monitoring economic indicators for advocating productivity & economic growth 4. Failure to effectively engage satisfy member businesses expectations especially those having serious difficulty 5. inept at engineering international FE FDI collaborations, AI Tech uptake manufacturing best practices delivering global competitiveness Business NZ EMA missions Growing NZ Prosperity and Potential (In fact Decades going backwards while international peer’s succeeding) Being champions for ambition achievement acumen, to create greatest growth opportunities for business, Industry and in the case of NZIOD - ‘Good’ (Yes a very poor aspirational vision) governance for a strong New Zealand’ Take any empirical evidence It is clear NZ record is sad abject failure and waste of $100’sK of business stakeholder funding and grants Where are the Industry economic productivity development and education action plans? If advocating has been fantastic why little transformative change Where are the Google Chrome accounts of success acclamations The grave yard of business liquidities failures migration of skills comprise a compelling case for disbandment and reinvention I’m Doug Marsh JP(Rtd) Life Fellow IMNZ, Fellow IoDNZ (Rtd) 40 year Chair Director Experience International Diplomat Founding President Business NZ NZ Past President Inst Management  E: [email protected] #chair’s #managers #ceo #companydirectors #ema #nzinstituteofdirectors #economy

Support for small and medium enterprises is key for green transition in the Western Balkans #Economy #Entrepreneurship #Montenegro #SmallAndMediumEnterprises https://lnkd.in/dkwtmddu

Highlight of the week: Karthik Muralidharan at the European University Institute on how to improve state capacity for effective delivery of public goods and services, and therefore development outcomes. 👍 Rigorous focus on a better /quality/ of public expenditure.  👍 Making the case for the intellectual worth, importance, (and fascination) of looking at policy implementation instead of only policy goals. This book is a key read for anyone thinking about #india, #development, #government, #subnational ➡️ Looking forward to an international edition in 2025 that might dig deeper into the evidence gap we face for understanding the impact of #sustainability and #climatecrisis (across #mitigation, #adaptation, #lossdamage). How can this promising approach to finding win-wins across equity & efficiency configure to include sustainability into win-win-wins? (A nice combination of Italian frescoes and Indian charm)

Thrilled to share my latest article in London Business Matters, exploring how international partnerships are driving green energy growth across Africa. Africa's renewable energy potential is immense - we could generate over 300 GW by 2030, transforming lives and economies. From the UK's solar initiatives in Nigeria to Denmark's wind energy expertise in Kenya, these collaborations are creating jobs, improving education, and fostering sustainable development. But this is just the beginning. The opportunities in Africa's green energy sector are vast and growing. How can we further leverage international partnerships to accelerate this growth and create a more sustainable future? Read the full article to explore the transformative power of these collaborations and the strategic opportunities they present. Investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers and/ or sustainability enthusiasts ett can all benefit from this transformative journey. #AfricanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #InternationalPartnerships #RenewableEnergy https://lnkd.in/e--WxFjR

Today, our Managing Partners and Co-Founders Fraser Thompson and Shaun Chau spoke with RenewEconomy and shared our take on the federal government's recent announcement of almost $23 billion worth of initiatives under the "Future Made in Australia" Framework to spur domestic industry and accelerate the path to net zero. The piece outlines our 5️⃣ "non-negotiables" for the success of the Framework based on our research from past approaches on industrial activism: ⬇   Lesson 1️⃣ : Know thyself - effective industrial strategy has to be based on a clear understanding of the current and potential future comparative advantages of the country, not on a wish list of what we would like to be   Lesson 2️⃣ : Move beyond subsidies - there are a range of options for intervention beyond subsidies, each which can apply at the national, regional and sector/value-chain level   Lesson 3️⃣ : Don't just focus on manufacturing - manufacturing has a role in thoughtful industrial policy, but it makes up only 6% of jobs in the Australian economy, whereas services make up 80%   Lesson 4️⃣ : Building local capabilities doesn't mean doing it all in-house - when Australia decides to pursue a capability locally, it may not mean it's just an Australian opportunity   Lesson 5️⃣ : Put in place the right talent and processes to course correct - effective industrial strategy requires the best capabilities from business and government, and extensive people interchange between the public and private sectors Read the full piece at: https://lnkd.in/gVCeRCGQ Fraser Thompson Shaun Chau Ranya Alkadamani Kumbi Gutsa Michael Robinson Bridget Holloway  

If you are a clean technology business and thinking of expanding to the USA, the NSW Going Global Export Program Cleantech to USA may be for you. The program runs from October 2024 to June 2025 and includes attendance at Cleantech Forum North America 2025,  27 – 29 January 2025, San Diego, California. What the NSW Going Global Export Program – Cleantech to USA covers You get access to: ·        Market intelligence briefings including Introduction to Health Innovation ecosystem and doing business in the United Kingdom ·        in-market assistance and logistical support ·        Potential partner search and introductions. ·        Ongoing advice and follow up. Eligibility To be eligible to apply for the overall NSW Going Global Program your business: ·        Have headquarters in NSW with a valid ABN ·        Be export-capable and export-ready ·        Have between 5 and 199 full-time equivalent employees ·        The product or service is achieving sales already ·        Have a website featuring the product or service ·        Be prepared to adapt the product or service for the market ·        Have a product or service that is produced primarily in NSW   Additional eligibility requirements for the Cleantech to USA stream: ·        Have raised or will be raising at the Series A stage in the near future ·        Already identified targets or existing customers in the U.S. ·        Clear demonstration of product-market fit and competitive landscape ·        Commitment to scale to the U.S. within the next 12 months Businesses not eligible for this stream ·        Consultants selling solutions to climate technology companies   How to Apply Click on the link in the comments to learn more and apply for the NSW Going Global Export Program – Cleantech to USA Note applications close 29 September 2024.

Nothing about the gross rights abuses, genocide, and ongoing protracted wars in the country? Nothing about the ethnic cleansing campaigns to make way for the extraction of "critical minerals"? "Agenda: Introduction: Ambassador Mehreteab Mulugeta will deliver opening remarks, setting the stage for insightful discussions. Energy and Critical Minerals: Ethiopia’s role in the global energy transition will be examined, focusing on the critical minerals race and the country’s potential to emerge as a leader in sustainable energy. The session will explore how Ethiopia’s rich natural resources can contribute to the global shift toward greener energy solutions. Digital Transformation and Economic Integration: We will delve into Ethiopia’s ongoing digitalization efforts and its impact on the country’s economy. Discussions will cover the opportunities for enhanced trade and deeper economic integration, both within Africa and globally, driven by technological advancement."

📣 Exciting News! KENCTAD brings you our 20th Conference this September on the 6th & 7th of September in Nairobi Kenya with a a groundbreaking conference focused on "ESG in Trade & Development." 🌍 This year, we're not only bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and investors, but also launching our first-ever #KENCTADYouthSummit to empower the next generation of leaders in sustainable trade. 🌱 Join us as we explore the crucial role of Environmental, Social, and Governance ( #ESG ) factors in shaping the future of trade and fostering sustainable economic growth. 🤝 We'll delve into topics like integrating ESG principles into business strategies, leveraging technology for sustainable supply chains, building resilient economies, and promoting social inclusion. 💡🙌 #KENCTAD20 #ESGinTrade #SustainableDevelopment #YouthEmpowerment #ESGInTradeandDevelopment

𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 ASEAN Youth Organization Established in 2019, the ASEAN Catalytic Green Finance Facility (ACGF) is an innovative financing facility 𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚. Initiated by the ASEAN Infrastructure Fund and owned by ASEAN governments and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐂𝐆𝐅 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐚 $𝟑𝟎𝟎 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, including $280 million in loans and $20 million in grants. 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐂𝐆𝐅, 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 to bring their green projects to life. The facility provides the necessary financial backing and expertise to enable entrepreneurs to develop innovative solutions in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and waste management, among other sectors. Moreover, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐂𝐆𝐅’𝐬 𝐜𝐨-𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥, 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 $𝟏 𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧, lowering the barriers to entry for eco-friendly businesses and increasing their ventures' scalability. To be eligible for ACGF financing, projects must have 📌 Clear environmental goals 📌 A financial sustainability plan 📌 A roadmap for attracting private capital investment. #ASEANyouthorganization #ayoASEAN #ASEANYouth #ClimateFinance #GreenEntrepreneurship #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableDevelopment

Investing in Tomorrow: Why Uzbekistan is the Future of Sustainable Development In recent years, Central Asia, particularly Uzbekistan, has been gaining increasing attention on the global stage. The combination of strategic location, abundant natural resources, and economic reforms aimed at modernization makes Uzbekistan an attractive destination for investors worldwide. Strategic Location Uzbekistan is situated in the heart of Central Asia, at the crossroads of major trade routes between Europe and Asia. This offers unique opportunities for the development of logistics and trade. Economic Reforms The Uzbek government is actively implementing reforms to liberalize the economy, attract foreign investment, and support the private sector. This creates a favorable investment climate and stimulates economic growth. Rich Natural Resources Uzbekistan boasts significant reserves of oil, gas, gold, and other minerals. These resources attract major investments in the energy sector and stimulate industrial development. Growing Investor Interest In recent years, we have seen a significant increase in investments in Uzbekistan from major international players. Companies from the US, Europe, China, and other countries are actively investing in various sectors of the Uzbek economy. Green Economy Initiative In light of the recent announcement that 2025 will be the Year of the Green Economy in Uzbekistan, there is a heightened focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly projects. This initiative aligns perfectly with our vision for eco-friendly transportation solutions. Conclusion Uzbekistan is on the brink of an economic breakthrough, and now is the perfect time for investors to enter this promising market. Your investments today can be the key to great opportunities tomorrow.