Case Study 5: Aligning ESG Strategy with Local Needs

A multinational corporation sought to implement an ESG strategy in South Africa but faced misalignment with local socio-economic priorities.
A multinational corporation sought to implement an ESG strategy in South Africa but faced misalignment with local socio-economic priorities.
A foreign investor sought to establish an infrastructure fund targeting South African projects but lacked deep socio-economic insights to mitigate investment risks.
A renewable energy company planned to construct a solar farm in a rural South African community but encountered strong local opposition.
A renewable energy developer was evaluating multiple locations in South Africa for a large-scale solar and wind energy project. While environmental and grid assessments provided technical feasibility insights, a socio-economic and political risk analysis was required to determine viability.
An international mining company was evaluating the acquisition of an operational mid-tier mine in South Africa. While the financials and geological assessments were favourable, the company required a deep socio-economic and political risk analysis to inform its decision.