Global investors are becoming more selective. European Union regulations, along with pressure from financiers and communities, mean that Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance is no longer a choice, it’s the price of entry.

The European Union’s push to decarbonize its economy is one of the world’s most ambitious. For African energy producers, particularly those developing gas projects, the implications are immediate and far-reaching.

One of the most significant forces shaping global investment today is the European Union’s approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) regulation. These rules, once seen as purely European, are now reaching far beyond the continent’s borders. For African companies, particularly those in extractive industries, understanding them isn’t optional—it’s essential.