In a recent interview on 702 with Stephen Grootes, Manie de Waal tackles the growing scepticism around corporate sustainability claims. De Waal highlights why businesses must back their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) statements with verifiable, audit-ready data – not just glossy marketing campaigns. With global carbon tax regulations and activist scrutiny on the rise, he warns that greenwashing isn’t just a reputational risk, but a financial one.
Energy is now a boardroom issue: Why governance must catch up with South Africa’s energy market
Energy has shifted from an operational utility cost to a strategic boardroom issue. As South Africa’s electricity market liberalises, corporate governance, financial oversight and risk management must evolve to address PPAs, energy trading, compliance and long-term energy strategy.
