166-39 South Africa Green Finance Taxonomy Version 1, 2022

Summary

This document sets out the results of the work to date in developing the 1st Edition of the South African Green Finance Taxonomy for environmentally sustainable economic activities.

Issuer

South Africa

Year

2022

Region

Africa

Issuer (type)

National Treasury; International Finance Corporation (Government, International)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Other

Main industries targeted

Manufacturing
Transportation & Warehousing
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
Construction

Restrictiveness

Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 14: Life Below Water
SDG 15: Life on Land
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals