There are 3 different types of industry engagements that the Confronting Climate Change project is offering; each

with a specific target audience and intended outcome. The workshops are presented at a subsidised fee and spaces
are limited therefore booking is essential. Additional workshops can be arranged over and above those listed below.
These workshops can however not be presented at the subsidised fee. Please contact us for more information.

2017 Carbon footprint workshops

Expected Timeframe: Approximately a 3 hour session
What will you be doing? During the workshop, the technical team will run through the carbon calculator tool in a
step-by-step manner, and the audience will be guided through the process and will input their data into the data
capture tool. Provided the necessary data is brought to the workshop, the carbon footprint can be completed during
the 3 hour session.
What to bring to the workshop? Your data, your laptop (with power cables & extension leads) and a fresh mind!
Full data requirements will be outlined in the guidance material that will be sent through to confirmed attendees. It is
advisable that the necessary data is gathered beforehand and brought to the workshop.
Cost: The workshop will be presented at a subsidised fee of R450 per person. Once you have confirmed your
attendance the payment details will be sent to you. It is required that payment be made prior to the start of the
workshop. Please confirm your attendance with Anl Blignaut at anel@bluenorth.co.za. Once you have confirmed
we will forward payment instructions. Included in the cost of the workshop is the B-grading of your dataset.
Outcome to be achieved: The audience will have the required tools to complete their carbon footprint for the year,
the results of which can be used for marketing and/or management requirements. The CCC team will gain access to a
data set that is accurate and representative of the industry, to be used as part of the industry benchmarking analysis.
The identity of any individuals data will remain confidential.

2017 Carbon Footprint workshops

DATE TIME TOWN
04 May 2017 9:00-12:00 (Wine) Stellenbosch: wine
04 May 2017 1:00-4:00 (Fruit) Stellenbosch: fruit
25 May 2017 9:00-12:00 Ceres
22 June 2017 9:00 12:00 De Doorns
16 August 2017 9:00 12:00 Kakamas
10 October 2017 9:00 12:00 Groblersdal
12 October 2017 1:00-4:00 Hoedspruit
18 October 2017 10:00-1:00 Citrusdal
08 November 2017 9:00 12:00 Addo/Kirkwood
 2017 Train-the-Trainer workshops

There are also specifically targeted TRAIN-THE-TRAINER WORKSHOPS available which offer detailed technical training
on the details of the carbon footprint tool, data collection process and common questions.
Targeted audience: Individuals within export companies, Department of Agriculture extension officers, industry
association technicals staff or interns/students who will be able to assist the growers within their region with the
details of the CCC tool. You are required to be committed to service your organization, grower base or supply chain
and have your name and contact details placed on the CCC website as a resource for your organisation and/or supply-
chain.
What will you be doing? During the workshop, the technical team will run through the carbon calculator tool in a
step-by-step manner, and the audience will be guided through the process. You will be required to complete a
competency test and after the correct completion of the test you will receive a competency certificate. Support will
be provided during and after the workshop with the completion of the test.
What to bring to the workshop? Your data, your laptop (with power cables & extension leads) and a fresh mind!
Time: full day training
Cost: The workshop will be presented at a fee of R1250 per person. Once you have confirmed your attendance the
payment details will be sent to you. It is required that payment be made prior to the start of the workshop.
Outcome: CCC accredited trainer certificate as well as a resource base within the industry.

DATE TIME TOWN

3 May 2017 8:30-4:30 Stellenbosch
18 May 2017 8:30-4:30 Ceres
15 August 2017 8:30-4:30 Kakamas
11 October 2017 8:30-4:30 Nelspruit
07 November 2017 8:30-4:30 Addo/Kirkwood
 2017 Emerging Farmer training sessions
The EMERGING FARMER TRAINING SESSIONS (2) offer technical training in the use of the carbon footprint calculator,
specifically tailored for emerging farmers.
Target audience: interested members from small scale farming operations or developing agricultural companies.
Time: three hour session
What will you be doing? During the workshop, the technical team will run through the carbon calculator tool in a
step-by-step manner, and the audience will be guided through the process and will input their data into the data
capture tool.
What to bring to the workshop? Your data, your laptop (with power cables & extension leads) and a fresh mind!
Full data requirements will be outlined in the guidance material that will be sent through to confirmed attendees. It is
advisable that the necessary data is gathered beforehand and brought to the workshop.
Cost: These workshops are fully subsidized by industry and the Western Cape Department of Agriculture.
Outcome to be achieved: The audience will have the required tools to complete their carbon footprint for the year,
the results of which can be used for marketing and/or management requirements. The CCC team will gain access to a
data set that is accurate and representative of the industry, to be used as part of the industry benchmarking analysis.
The identity of any individuals data will remain confidential.
Dates and venues: To be decided, but please indicate already now if you are interested so that we may list your
contact details. Please send names and contact details of interested emerging farmers to Anl Blignaut.

To confirm your attendance or find out more information about any of these
workshops, please contact the project team: Anl Blignaut (anel@bluenorth.co.za)
Website: www.climatefruitandwine.co.za Twitter: @Confrontclimate