ieVEST


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Assisting corporates and investors achieve a green, sustainable future


ieVEST is a sustainability solutions provider that specialises in Greenhouse Gas “GHG” quantification and reporting, carbon offset investments and general advisory services. We assist businesses and organisations to:

  • Develop customised carbon and GHG strategies, offering expertise in project selection, carbon finance, impact measurement and general investment advisory.
  • Accurately measure, analyse, and manage their greenhouse gas emissions to achieve sustainability goals and contribute to a low-carbon economy.

Design offset projects (we run a renewable energy investment portfolio in Southern Africa and provide carbon offset and investment opportunities to our investor base).







What we do, and what we stand for


Vision & Mission

Our vision is a climate-healthy world without energy constraints, powered by green, renewable solutions.

Developing countries contribute more than half of the annual global total of greenhouse gas and we believe money spent on offsetting Western carbon emissions is best allocated in these countries where a real need for new, green generation exists.

Our mission is to empower businesses and institutions to understand, reduce, and offset their carbon footprint through innovative strategy, solutions at the source, expert guidance and responsible offsetting where generation is needed. We strive to be a trusted partner in the journey towards environmental sustainability and global corporate social responsibility.




Our Services

Green Strategy development

  • We identify and guide organisations on developing and reviewing ESG strategy, including compliance design, carbon management and reduction strategies, resource usage and waste management.
  • We design and implement strategies related to employee participation, community engagement, board accountability and ethics.


GHG inventory and carbon accounting

  • We conduct comprehensive assessments of organisations' carbon footprints, considering direct and indirect (Scopes 1-3) emissions according to ISO 14064-1 and develop inventories with accuracy and integrity.
  • We guide organisations in reporting their greenhouse gas emissions to regulatory bodies, industry initiatives, and sustainability frameworks.
  • We help clients navigate reporting requirements, ensure data transparency, and meet compliance obligations.
  • We work with leading ratings’ agencies to confirm GHG reporting and carbon footprints.
  • We assist our clients with ongoing carbon accounting.


Offsetting, finance & investments

  • We design renewable energy investments and offset projects.
  • We assist in structuring finance for these and other renewable energy projects.
  • We have a portfolio of ready-to-invest solar energy and battery plants in Southern Africa which yields both an economic and environmental return.


Project management

  • We provide a turn-key project management and implementation service.
  • We provide a temporary or permanent outsourced ESG function to our clients.





Our approach makes the difference


Expertise and experience:

  • Our team comprises experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of legal, accounting, reporting, and compliance practices.
  • We stay up-to-date with evolving regulations and industry best practices.


Customised solutions:

  • We understand that each organisation is unique. We provide customised solutions tailored to the specific needs, goals, and industry of our clients.
  • Our approach is flexible and adaptable to ensure maximum value and effectiveness.


Smart solutions with integrity and accuracy:

  • We have a strategy consulting and industrial engineering background which filters through in smarter, more efficient solutions.
  • We prioritise data integrity, accuracy, and transparency throughout our processes and employ rigorous data validation techniques.


Client collaboration:

  • We foster strong partnerships with our clients, working collaboratively to address their challenges and achieve their sustainability objectives.
  • We value open communication, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of client requirements.


We run our own micro renewable energy portfolio and operate 3 plants in Southern Africa:

  • We launched a green energy limited liability partnership in South Africa’s chemical manufacturing basin with a holistic approach towards supplying energy needs for suppliers.
  • We have launched a mining-supplier base limited liability partnership offsetting the risks associated with South Africa’s deteriorating energy base.
  • We have launched a Southern-African telco and rooftop limited liability partnership which aims to combine Telco rooftop requirements with solar energy production.

We access tools to optimise our plants from a technological and science-backed perspective

  • Software solutions that enable scientific selection, performance monitoring, forecasting, and integration, enabling efficient project management and optimisation of solar energy installations.
  • Battery analytics software to enhance our energy storage systems through machine learning, performance assessment and predictive modelling which provide insights on health, utilisation strategy, performance, and the remaining useful life.








Linking the developing and developed world in a sustainable future through investments:


Reasons abound to invest in renewable energy projects in SSA:

Excellent carbon offset returns.
Great social need for energy.
Abundant renewable energy resources.
Improved energy security and reliability.
Price stability due to the structural constraints.
Aligns with corporate social responsibility goals.
Supportive regulatory environment and incentives.
Access to new markets and communities and enhances reputation and branding.

The business case to use ieVEST to calculate
your footprint and achieve carbon offsetting in Sub-Saharan Africa:







Examples of recent funds we have launched:

We launched a green energy fund in South Africa’s chemical manufacturing basin which has attracted its first investors, with the initial generation project already fully subscribed and active.



We have launched a mining-supplier base fund offsetting the risks associated with South Africa’s deteriorating energy base, and have secured the initial limited partners.



We have launched a Southern-African telco and rooftop fund which aims to combine Telco rooftop requirements with solar energy production, and have secured the initial limited partners with two active generation sites.




Other reasons why businesses should invest in green and offset projects:

  • Demonstrates environmental responsibility and sustainability commitment.
  • Helps meet regulatory requirements and avoid penalties.
  • Enhances reputation and brand value.
  • Provides cost savings and improves energy efficiency.
  • Accesses new markets and business opportunities.
  • Attracts and retains talent aligned with environmental values.



Our Team

Our team consists of the following types of qualifications


Lawyers
Chartered Accountants
MBA's & Engineers
Finance Professionals
Generalists

How can we help you?


  • Mapping your current GHG emissions?
  • Optimising your GHG footprint?
  • Facilitate a verification of your GHG footprint?
  • Launch a GHG team in your organisation?
  • Evaluate, design and implement offset projects?
  • Install and automate GHG reporting?
  • Structure a unique offset investment portfolio?
  • Provide a turn-key service to implement this investment portfolio?