USTDA South Africa Municipal Energy Business Briefing

USTDA SOUTH AFRICA MUNICIPAL ENERGY
BUSINESS BRIEFING

The business briefing delegation will include key South African energy decision-makers across major municipalities who are seeking information on U.S. technologies, services, and best practices to self-generate or procure energy directly from Independent Power Producers (IPPs).

Reasons to attend:

Hear from South African municipalities on current energy capabilities, anticipated needs, and potential procurement opportunities
Network and build new partnerships with key decision-makers in a rapidly growing market
Learn more about important elements in municipal energy deal-making including financing, delivery, and downstream production

Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Registration 8:00 am - 9:00 am (ET)
Business Briefing 9:00 am – 13:00 pm (ET)

(exact timing subject to change)

The Business Briefing will be held at:

Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
4500 Marriott Drive

Raleigh, NC
Crabtree Ballroom (Salons E-H)

Learn more about the Business Briefing

AGENDA

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

(Agenda is subject to change)

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM (ET)	Registration
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM (ET)	Opening Remarks Heather K. Lanigan, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Trade and Development Agency
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM (ET)	Delegate Presentations and Q&A Moderator: Mohammed Essay, Country Representative, Southern Africa, U.S. Trade and Development Agency City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality, Shane Prins, Manager of Generation Development City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, Hendrick P. Raedani, Divisional Head: Alternative & Renewable Energy, Energy Department City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, Ndivho Lukhwareni, Group Head: Energy and Electricity City Power, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Lerato Kgalema, General Manager: Grid Access and Alternative Energy Garden Route District Municipality, Lusanda Menze, Executive Manager: Integrated Planning & Economic Development Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, Tshegofatso Neeuwfan, Manager, Utility Innovation
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM (ET)	Networking Break
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM (ET)	Delegate Presentations and Q&A Moderator: Mohammed Essay, Country Representative, Southern Africa, U.S. Trade and Development Agency Govan Mbeki Local municipality, Robert Maswanganyi, Director: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Industrial Development Corporation, Dipak Chiba, Senior Dealmaker, Energy Business Unit Kouga Municipality, Theo Madatt, Director Electro-Mechanical Langeberg Local Municipality, Deon Louwrens, Director: Engineering Services South African Local Government Association (SALGA), Nhlanhla Ngidi, Energy Department Swartland Local Municipality, Thys Möller, Director Electrical Engineering Services
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)	Closing Remarks
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (ET)	Networking Lunch Join us for a structured networking lunch where two delegates will have a designated table. Attendees can choose which table to visit, providing the flexibility to engage directly with representatives from the organizations most relevant to their interests. This format encourages targeted discussions and meaningful connections, allowing you to explore potential partnerships and opportunities in a dynamic and interactive setting.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who may attend USTDA's South Africa Municipal Energy Business Briefing?

Attendance at this event is limited to U.S. Individuals, U.S. firms, or U.S. consultants as defined in USTDA's Nationality, Source, and Origin Requirements, available on USTDA's website (www.ustda.gov).

What type of networking opportunities can I expect the day of the Business Briefing?

There will be a networking break where you will have the opportunity to meet informally with the delegation.

How do I receive access to the presentations from the Business Briefing?

We ask each participant to complete a survey sharing their feedback on various aspects of the Business Briefing. Upon completion of the survey, we will provide you with electronic copies of the presentations.

Why is it so important that I complete a survey at the end of the Business Briefing?

For every USTDA sponsored event, we must clearly capture the details of what transpires at every event and outcomes of the event that support the goals and objectives. The Final Report is a critical record that shows how USTDA funding was used, what was gained, and how it helped each participant achieve their goals. The Final Report is then used by the USTDA Program Monitoring and Evaluation Office to track and evaluate the impact of the program and helps drive future program design and funding decisions.

Following the Business Briefing, is there a way you can help me stay connected with fellow participants and delegates?

Yes, we can assist you in following up with any of the delegates or other Business Briefing participants.