# South Africa is one of seven developing nations selected for a 17-billion-rand World Bank programme aimed at cutting industrial greenhouse gas emissions. The Climate Investment Fund initiative also includes Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, Namibia, Turkey, and Uzbekistan. The countries were chosen for their strong private sector involvement and readiness for industrial decarbonisation. Projects may focus on green hydrogen, low-carbon materials, and waste-heat recovery. The African Development Bank says it’s a key step toward a zero-emission future.
SA among seven nations tapped for R17-billion Green Industry Fund