The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a global call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. SkyPower’s green, utility-scale solar PV energy projects directly impacts 13 out of the 17 Global Goals (SDGs) through our ‘People First’ approach to project development and corporate sustainability. In accordance with the Sustainable Development Goals framework, SkyPower monitors sustainability metrics to ensure progress in the areas of corporate governance, society, and the environment across all our global operations annually.
“The signing of 500 megawatts of solar power deal in Zimbabwe heralds the beginning of energy revolution and transition in the country, which will cement Zimbabwe’s position as the base for green and sustainable investment on the continent. We congratulate Zimbabwe for being the pioneer in Southern Africa in this promising sector for Africa’s transformation and we are extremely pleased to be associated with this initiative.” Antonio Pedro, Executive Secretary of UNECA
About ECA Established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations (UN) in 1958 as one of the UN’s five regional commissions, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa’s (ECA’s) mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its Member States, foster intraregional integration and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development. ECA is made up of 54 Member States and plays a dual role as a regional arm of the UN and as a key component of the African institutional landscape.
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