Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS) is an independent, non-profit, economic research institution established in 1996 to support economic policy development. TIPS undertakes quantitative and qualitative research, project management, dialogue facilitation, capacity building and knowledge sharing. Its areas of focus are: trade and industrial policy, sustainable growth, and inequality and economic inclusion.
TIPS Webinar on Unravelling South Africa’s Just Transition: Unpacking cross-cutting interventions. Tuesday 16 February 2021. Speakers: Gaylor Montmasson-Clair (TIPS), Mike Mulcahy (GreenCape), Janavi Da Silva (GreenMatter) and Tashmia Ismail-Saville (Youth Employment Service). Webinar recording and presentations available here.
Biomaterials, and bioplastics specifically, offer a potential decarbonisation option for the petrochemicals value chain. This development dialogue presented recent work on stimulating demand for bioplastics in South Africa. Hosted by TIPS and United Nations Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) on Tuesday 2 February 2021. To view a recording of the event or download the presentation, go to webinar.
South Africa and India, two of the largest coal-dependent emerging economies, are exploring how to ensure no one is left behind in the transition. This project aims to help achieve a just transition in both countries. Financial institutions have a critical role to play. The project was launched on 19 January 2021. To watch a recording of the event go to project launch.
