15
OCT
2026
GAUTENG
CLIMATE CHANGE
indaba
Transformative Innovations for Climate Action and a Sustainable Future. Bringing together people, ideas and practical solutions to advance climate action across Gauteng.
A shared platform for climate action
The Gauteng Climate Change Indaba 2026 brings together government, business, academia, civil society, development partners, youth and communities to explore practical responses to climate change.
Through dialogue, knowledge sharing and an exchange of ideas, the Indaba will explore how innovation and collaboration can strengthen resilience, support inclusive economic growth and advance a low-carbon future for the Gauteng City Region.
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Watch liveABOUT THE
CLIMATE CHANGE
indaba
The Gauteng Climate Change Indaba is a platform for dialogue and collaboration on climate action across the Gauteng City Region. It connects people and organisations working to reduce emissions, strengthen resilience and support sustainable development.
The 2026 theme, “Transformative Innovations for Climate Action and a Sustainable Future”, focuses on practical solutions that can be expanded to benefit communities, businesses and the environment.
Participants will explore opportunities to share knowledge, strengthen partnerships and connect climate action with investment, innovation and inclusive economic growth.
What to expect
Discussions on climate priorities, opportunities to exchange ideas across sectors, and insights into approaches that can support a more resilient and sustainable Gauteng.
View programmeOur objectives
Strengthen climate dialogue
Bring different perspectives together to discuss climate policy, governance and practical action.
Showcase innovative solutions
Share technologies, projects and approaches that support adaptation, emissions reduction and sustainable development.
Connect finance and climate action
Explore investment and partnership opportunities that can help climate solutions reach more communities and sectors.
Build collaboration
Strengthen knowledge sharing among government, business, researchers, civil society, youth and development partners.
Support inclusive green growth
Explore how climate action can create green jobs, improve resource efficiency and widen economic participation.
Advance climate priorities
Support progress on Gauteng’s climate response priorities and their contribution to national and global goals.
Strengthen climate governance
Encourage dialogue on implementing South Africa’s Climate Change Act at provincial and municipal level.
Build a resilient Gauteng
Promote practical approaches that help the Gauteng City Region respond to climate challenges and pursue sustainable development.
About the
Gauteng Department of
Environment
The Department of Environment safeguards the province’s air, water, biodiversity and waste systems, and leads its climate change response.
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Explore the conversations shaping climate action in Gauteng. The programme will bring together perspectives on climate innovation, investment, governance and resilience.
The full programme will be published once confirmed. Please check this page for session details and updates.
Climate finance and green procurement
Exploring how green procurement, carbon markets and climate finance can support a more sustainable and resilient Gauteng.
Innovation and inclusive growth
Considering how climate action can encourage innovation, strengthen competitiveness and expand economic opportunities.
Climate governance and implementation
Discussing implementation of South Africa’s Climate Change Act at provincial and local government level.
Nature and resilient development
Exploring the role of nature-based solutions and ecological infrastructure in development planning.
Draft schedule
Meet Your
Speakers
Discover the people contributing ideas, experience and practical perspectives to the Gauteng Climate Change Indaba 2026.
Speaker announcements and biographies will be added as participation is confirmed.
Partners and Exhibition
Partnerships for climate action
Collaboration helps turn climate ambition into practical action. The Indaba provides a platform for organisations across sectors to exchange knowledge and explore shared responses to Gauteng’s climate priorities.
Confirmed partners will be featured here as announcements are approved.
Climate innovation in practice
The exhibition will showcase projects, technologies and approaches that support climate action and sustainable development. Explore ideas that can help reduce emissions, strengthen resilience and improve resource use.
Exhibitor profiles and exhibition information will be added as details are confirmed.
For enquiries about the exhibition, please contact the event team.
Submit your exhibitor profile
Confirmed exhibitors can use this form to submit a logo and short organisation profile for review. Please ensure the content is approved for public use.
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Venue
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Media enquiries, exhibitor questions and accessibility requirements all reach the same desk. We reply within two working days.