SACAN is part of the Climate Action Network (CAN), a worldwide network of over 1300 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in over 130 countries

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About Us

SACAN is part of the Climate Action Network (CAN), a worldwide network of over 1300 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in over 130 countries working to promote government and individual action to limit human-induced climate change to ecologically sustainable levels.

01Mission and vision

Our mission is driving climate justice in South Africa with a common message, by partnering, mobilization and support to influence the design and development of an effective strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure its implementation at regional, national and community level. Our Vision is to be the vanguard of climate action coordination in South Africa.

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Carefully build our statement according to the country/institute/person being approached. We aim to influence climate action in South Africa through a people and policy orientated approach.

 

02Policy work

Develop common policy positions, informed by science;

Develop integrated strategies for UNFCCC and other bilateral and multilateral processes;

Knowledge and information sharing;

Information sharing internally (mailing lists, conference calls, meetings…);

Multi-stakeholder engagements (business, labour, private & public sector, academia etc.)

03Objectives

  1. Raise awareness to enable climate-resilient behaviour.
  2. Develop renewable energy initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.
  3. Promote sustainable use of water resources for a low carbon development.
  4. Facilitate public dialogues to empower South Africans in shaping discourse on climate change.

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Develop renewable energy initiatives in collaboration with stakeholders.

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Promote sustainable use of water resources for a low carbon development.

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Raise awareness to enable climate-resilient behaviour.

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Facilitate public dialogues to empower South Africans in shaping discourse on climate change.

The South African Climate Action Network (SACAN) is dedicated to championing the implementation of robust national policies, strategies, and actions aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change. Our mission extends beyond mere advocacy; we strive to integrate the global climate agenda seamlessly into the local context of South Africa, aligning our efforts with the principles of Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement.

 

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