CAIA builds on biodiversity dialogue with second webinar
CAIA hosted a second biodiversity webinar on 4 September 2025, building on the introductory session held on 6 May 2025. The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) presented their work in developing tools and information resources to guide policy and demonstrated how effective biodiversity management can drive economic development. They emphasised that mainstreaming biodiversity ensures development and environmental protection are not opposing goals, but rather complementary, with development supported by the sustainable use of natural resources. Dr Daan Loock also shared how Sasol has successfully integrated biodiversity considerations into their day-to-day operations.
Speakers
SANBI: Mainstreaming Biodiversity: Policy to Practice
- Ms Ntakadzeni Tshidada, Director: Biodiversity Policy Advice
- Ms Nomalungelo Ndlovu, Senior Specialist: Ecological Infrastructure
SASOL: Biodiversity Management
- Dr Daan Loock, Ecologist