Through research, education and outreach, the Environmental Policy Research Unit (EPRU) works to enhance policy-making in the field of environmental and natural resource economics and support sustainable development and poverty reduction in South Africa and Southern Africa.
Recent News
Workshop sets the stage for policy-aligned research on natural capital
NatCap held a two-day workshop hosting researchers and policymakers from across Sub-Saharan Africa. It marks the first of NatCap’s renewed efforts to align research with policy priorities within SSA.
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Cleaner cooking in Tanzania: Incentives for LPG stoves can help save forests
Charcoal is used for cooking in many sub-Saharan countries, but has many issues. EfD researchers conducted a study, introducing liquid petroleum gas stoves through either subsidies or credit. They found significant CO2 emission reductions
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EPRU researchers explore energy efficiency in Africa’s informal sector
EPRU-EfD Researchers have examined the informal economies’ impact on energy efficiency in African countries. Using a multi-method approach and panel data from 46 African countries, they found results indicating a negative relationship
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EPRU Researchers Share Insights at EI4WS Close-Out Celebration
EPRU-EfD Researchers presented at the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) close-out celebration for a 7-year long water security and infrastructure project. Martine Visser presented findings on Natural Capital Accounting
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